Job Summary
Previous applicants need not apply**
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to become part of our team at Pharmacy Department, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team within the pharmacy medicines management service. You will provide safe, timely, appropriate and high quality pharmaceutical services and assist in returns and distribution of medicines in the hospital wards and clinics throughout the Denmark hill site.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work on designated wards and perform a range of pharmacy related duties as well as medicines returns in accordance with set procedures.
Assist in the transfer of medicines between wards and locating medicines that have been left behind when patients are transferred between wards, Including patient's own drugs.
The post holder will assist the dispensary team in the delivery of the dispensing activities in the dispensary. They will carry out duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Full training will be provided in all areas along with working towards the NVQ Level 2 in the Principles and Practices of the Pharmacy Assistant qualification
About Us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level.
Details
Date posted
17 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£30,074 a year per annum including HCA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
213-Division-A A
Job locations
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Denmark hill
London
SE5 9RS
Job Description
Job responsibilities
To work on designated wards and in the Pharmacy department to perform a range of pharmacy related duties in accordance with set procedures.
To reduce wastage of medicines by assisting with medication transfer within the trust.
To be responsible for processing the returns of excess stock or dispensed medication from the wards into the pharmacy stores or ward omnicell as per procedure, checking remaining appropriate shelf life and confirming quantities.
To comply with SOPs relating to efficient stock control in the issue, return and recycling or safe disposal (as appropriate) of drugs from wards, departments & clinics.
The post holder will assist the dispensary team in the delivery of dispensing activities in the dispensary. They will carry out duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
To be able to participate in a 7 day operational model including working weekends and bank holidays.
To refer non-routine enquiries to a more senior member of staff as appropriate.
To be able to use pharmacy computer systems correctly and enter data accurately.
To ensure the safe, effective and economical use of drugs for all patients in the Trust.
To be able to follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
To be able to dispense inpatient, outpatient and discharge medication accurately.
To contribute to wider policies that has an impact within the pharmacy department and across the Trust.
Job description
Job Responsibilities
To work on designated wards and in the Pharmacy department to perform a range of pharmacy related duties in accordance with set procedures.
To reduce wastage of medicines by assisting with medication transfer within the trust.
To be responsible for processing the returns of excess stock or dispensed medication from the wards into the pharmacy stores or ward omnicell as per procedure, checking remaining appropriate shelf life and confirming quantities.
To comply with SOPs relating to efficient stock control in the issue, return and recycling or safe disposal (as appropriate) of drugs from wards, departments & clinics.
The post holder will assist the dispensary team in the delivery of dispensing activities in the dispensary. They will carry out duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
To be able to participate in a 7 day operational model including working weekends and bank holidays.
To refer non-routine enquiries to a more senior member of staff as appropriate.
To be able to use pharmacy computer systems correctly and enter data accurately.
To ensure the safe, effective and economical use of drugs for all patients in the Trust.
To be able to follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
To be able to dispense inpatient, outpatient and discharge medication accurately.
To contribute to wider policies that has an impact within the pharmacy department and across the Trust.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications
NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services, or able to undertake Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services (with workplace support)
GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English (minimum grade C)
Desirable
Knowledge of procedures for pharmacy services
Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems
Essential
Experience
Be able to communicate with patients where there may be barriers to understanding
Be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats with staff and patients
Desirable
Experience of dispensing medication
Essential
Skills
To possess highly developed physical skills in relation to accuracy
Person Specification
Essential
To possess highly developed physical skills in relation to accuracy
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Denmark hill
London
SE5 9RS
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Denmark hill
London
SE5 9RS
Employer's website
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