Job summary
An exciting 12-month fixed-term opportunity is available within Pennine network community services to cover maternity leave. We are seeking an experienced Clinical Pharmacist with a specialist interest in mental health to work closely with the Home Treatment Team and provide Clinical Pharmacy support across the urgent care pathway in partnership with the Initial Response Service (IRS).The role involves working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to meet patient care needs and ensure safe, effective medicines management, including compliance with regulatory standards and implementation of safety alerts. As a senior pharmacy team member, you will also contribute to wider Trust initiatives.Key opportunities include:o Developing a non-medical prescribing roleo Pharmaceutical care planning and prescription reviewo Supporting service users in medicine-related decisions to optimise treatment and outcomeso Providing specialist advice to the MDTo Offering clinical supervision and leadershipo Contributing to service redesign and medicines optimisation strategieso Ensuring governance for medicines management and monitoring prescribingo Attending strategic network meetingsThis role suits enthusiastic, experienced Pharmacists committed to improving patient care. Strong organisational skills, flexibility, and excellent communication are essential.
Main duties of the job
There is some flexibility around the commitment of the number of hours, therefore we welcome flexible working applications and job shares.
You will have current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council, a postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience, and previous experience in mental health. A qualification as a non-medical prescriber or postgraduate qualifications in Psychiatry would be desirable but applicants with a willingness to work towards these qualifications will be considered.
There is no current requirement to work on-call, Bank Holidays or weekends. Due to the location of various units, an ability and willingness to travel around Trust locations is required.
The Clinical Pharmacy service is highly regarded within the organisation and should you wish to join our team you will become one of a large team of Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Medicines Management Nurses and Pharmacy Assistants working across the Trust.
About us
LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.
We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.
LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.
Details
Date posted
10 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
351-CS2826-CC-B
Job locations
Pendle House
Nelson
BB9 9TG
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the role, please see the attached recruitment pack which includes a detailed job description and person specification, or visit our website via Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS FT.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the role, please see the attached recruitment pack which includes a detailed job description and person specification, or visit our website via Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS FT.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Masters/Batchelor's degree in Pharmacy
* Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
* Postgraduate qualifications
Skills
Essential
* Decision making skills
* Organisational skills
* Good presentation skills
Experience
Essential
* Previous experience working in mental health
* Good clinical knowledge
* Awareness of current issues
Knowledge
Essential
* Common sense approach
* Calm and objective under pressure
* Recognises personal limitations
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Masters/Batchelor's degree in Pharmacy
* Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
* Postgraduate qualifications
Skills
Essential
* Decision making skills
* Organisational skills
* Good presentation skills
Experience
Essential
* Previous experience working in mental health
* Good clinical knowledge
* Awareness of current issues
Knowledge
Essential
* Common sense approach
* Calm and objective under pressure
* Recognises personal limitations
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pendle House
Nelson
BB9 9TG
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Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pendle House
Nelson
BB9 9TG
Employer's website
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