Overview
KCHFT are looking to recruit a Pharmacist who is seeking a development opportunity. This role will enable a competent 8a pharmacist to gain the leadership and strategic skills to develop, within a maximum of 18 months, into an 8b pharmacist who can demonstrate leadership competencies against the NHS Leadership model. A personalised development programme will be agreed with the post holder to meet the required competencies within 18 months for the 8b role. During development you will be mentored by the Deputy Chief Pharmacist and supported to lead the pharmacy frailty enablement teams within the community hospitals and domiciliary settings (Integrated Pharmacy Team - IPT).
Responsibilities
* Lead the pharmacy frailty enablement teams within the community hospitals and domiciliary settings (two teams in total: one in each setting).
* Develop and implement a highly specialised integrated clinical pharmacy frailty service within these settings, ensuring the team works toward the same aims with a patient and MDT-centred focus.
* Collaborate with external partners (Healthcare Partnerships, Integrated Neighbourhood Teams, PCN MDT members) and be flexible to adapt to the evolving NHS landscape.
* Develop collaborative relationships with internal KCHFT clinicians and frailty service leads to identify where the team can add the most value.
* Work toward achieving leadership competencies and progression to the 8b level through the agreed development programme and competency assessment.
About Us and Values
Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we are committed to delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services. We value compassion, aspiration, responsiveness and excellence. We recognise that equity, diversity and inclusion improve patient care and workforce wellbeing.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. Information about protected characteristics is collected on our application forms solely to support our equity and inclusion aims and, where relevant, the guaranteed interview scheme for disability. Shortlisters will see two ticks to apply the scheme to the submission. Data helps us ensure diverse applicant pools and equitable career opportunities.
Working Arrangements
As a flexible-working friendly organisation, we support flexible working arrangements that suit both staff and patients. Please discuss requirements with the recruitment team. We will support flexible working that works for everyone.
Application and Selection
The job description and person specification provide the information about the role. Review the criteria carefully and describe in your application how you meet them. If an alternative format is needed for the application form, contact the recruitment team. All information provided should be true and accurate. The recruitment process includes two other activities in addition to a competency-based interview, to assess management style; details will be provided if shortlisted.
Additional Information
See where you can go with KCHFT career pathways. At present the role is open to colleagues employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). The ability to drive may be required for this community-based role; if driving is required, you will need a full UK driving licence. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team for support.
Vaccination
As a precautionary measure, we encourage vaccination for staff who have direct or social contact with patients to help protect everyone.
Closing Date
This advert closes on Thursday 13 Nov 2025.
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