We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank Pharmacy Support Worker to join the team at HMP YOI Doncaster, a Category B male prison, with an operational capacity of around 1,145, including 200 young offenders aged between 18–20 years.
Job summary
This is a fantastic opportunity to start or continue your career in Pharmacy and Healthcare – no previous experience is necessary, and we will support you with extensive training and development.
Main duties
* Support the onsite Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Manager, as well as the wider healthcare team.
* Second‑check medication before dispensing to patients on medication rounds.
* Contribute to medicine reconciliation, manage stock medicines and transport medicines as required.
* Provide support to ensure a safe and secure medicines‑management service, following all policies, procedures and standard operating procedures.
* Work in the medication hatches on the wings.
* Be a key member of a multi‑disciplinary team of healthcare professionals.
Hours & Salary
Hours: Bank role – 07:00 to 17:30.
Salary: £15.80 per hour.
How will we support you?
* Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course.
* Competency framework.
* Regional and national career development opportunities.
* Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs.
* Support from the wider team.
Qualifications
* No previous healthcare experience required – a keen interest in Pharmacy and Healthcare is essential.
* NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Dispensing is a bonus but not essential.
* Ideally previous medicines handling experience, though this is not mandatory.
* Hardworking, diligent and with a high attention to detail.
* Candiate must have a legal right to work in the UK. Offers will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Secure environments are challenging yet rewarding. If you are looking to develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day, this could be the right opportunity for you.
The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check is required.
Employer details
Practice Plus Group
HMP Doncaster, Marsh Gate, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 8UX
Website: https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/
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