A unique aspect of this role is the provision of care to patients in the local acute Trusts to promote parity of esteem and meet the mental health needs of those admitted both for unplanned or routine treatment. The physical health of our mental health and learning disability patients is important to us, with the life expectancy of patients suffering serious mental health illness being reduced by 15 to 20 years, often through avoidable causes. The trust is committed to reducing this risk and the pharmacy team plays a leading role. Whilst the role does not require a non-medical prescribing qualification at the point of application it is highly desirable. The appointed post holder should be actively considering or already pursuing this qualification. Independent prescribing in the Urgent Care setting can lead to a wide and diverse intent to prescribe. With consideration given to governance and clinical knowledge this can be aspirational and will be supported by a Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP). The role also encompasses line management, medicines management and education. The successful candidate will have experience of leadership or will be looking to develop their leadership skills through training, education and workplace exposure in line with the principles of the NHS Healthcare Leadership Model. Education and training are central to the aims of the pharmacy department and we actively seek to promote opportunities as such. We also recognise the importance in realising the potential of our team by providing training and expertise to patients and colleagues. Please see the attached job outline and person specification for more details about this role. If you have any queries please feel free to contact us and discuss further, we would be more than happy to chat through the particulars of the role.