Job overview
Are you looking for an exciting challenge in an innovative and rapidly expanding service? Have you always had a keen interest in Neurology … well this might just be the job for you!
The Neurology services at UHSussex is rapidly changing and the opportunities within this role are endless.
We are looking for someone to work across Worthing and Brighton in both inpatient and outpatient roles with an emphasis on providing high quality care and delivering cost efficiencies
Our Royal County Hospital has undergone dramatic changes in the last few years with the opening of the Louisa Martindale Building providing our neurology inpatients with state of the art care. Please look at our Trust website for further information, photos and videos.
If you are looking to drive your own career in an environment that supports your development in a captivating part of the UK then UHSussex East could be the perfect fit for you. Call and have a chat or even better come and see us if convenient.
We welcome applications from band 7 pharmacists looking to gain experience in a more senior role. Obtaining the position at band 8a is dependent on successful completion of FS2 post-graduate diploma or equivalent.
Main duties of the job
Will provide an expert level of clinical pharmacy services to neurology inpatient and outpatient services at UHSussex NHS Foundation Trust
Will help lead specialist clinical pharmacy practice for neurology sand be responsible for the delivery, development, evaluation and co-ordination of clinical pharmacy services in line with the objectives of the division and the UHSussex pharmacy strategy.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.
If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
To manage, provide, co-ordinate and evaluate clinical pharmacy services to pharmacy services to neurology
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more details.
Person specification
Shortlisting
Essential criteria
1. UK Pharmacist Registration
2. Hospital experience in Cardiology/Cardiothoracics
3. Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
Desirable criteria
4. Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
5. Independent Prescribing Qualification
6. MSc in clinical pharmacy or equivalent
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential criteria
7. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
8. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications