Main area Pharmacy Grade Band 8a Contract 12 months (Fixed Term) Hours 37.5 hours per week (Full time or Part time considered) Job ref 359-7581253-T3
Employer Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Maidstone Hospital Town Maidstone Salary £55,690 - £62,682 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 04/12/2025 23:59
Band 8a
Job overview
As a result of the expansion of our team of pharmacists and the reconfiguration of the service, an opportunity exists to join a pro‑active, well respected and forward thinking Pharmacy Team delivering high quality patient care and service to our patients across the two sites.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist who is interested in consolidating their clinical and managerial expertise in the areas of haematology and oncology by joining our progressive pharmacy team.
You will have experience in oncology & haematology and preferably some previous management experience, including service improvement/ development. You will be able to work independently, manage your own workload and have experience in managing / supporting staff.
Main duties of the job
Key activities include:
* Providing an Oncology Service, particularly focused on management of treatment toxicities
* Working as part of the multi-disciplinary team to implement change and develop new procedures and services
* Pre‑assessing patients, reviewing test results and assessing their safety to proceed to treatment.
* Training and mentoring pharmacists and other health professionals.
* Follow up calls with patients to review side effects and ensure they have all the support they need.
A postgraduate training in clinical pharmacy and suitable experience in hospital, in the field of Oncology, Haematology is essential.
We will provide appropriate training to aid your personal and professional development, helping you to effectively act as a role model and mentor for junior staff.
There will be opportunities to become an Independent Prescriber if you have not completed this previously.
This post excludes on‑call and weekend working pattern.
Working for our organisation
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south‑east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day‑care beds, diagnostic services (X‑ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Looking for flexible working?
We are a flexible working‑friendly organisation. Whether it’s adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
* At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time staff).
* Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits.
* Blue Light card eligibility.
* And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We’ve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.
Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trust’s 2‑week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full‑time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom‑based sessions and e‑learning.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Vocational Masters degree in Pharmacy
* Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
* Post‑graduate diploma or MSc in clinical pharmacy or equivalent
* Attendance at relevant study days/courses related to sterile production eg Leeds Aseptic Course
* GCP certificate
* Carry BOPA passport
* Completed NMP course
Experience/ Knowledge
* At least 5 years post registration experience in hospital pharmacy
* Experience of delivering a high quality clinical pharmacy service and aseptic dispensing service to wards/departments
* Experience of managing and coordinating staff
* Experience of writing SOPs
* Experience of training staff
* Good understanding of the principles associated with ‘A Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice’, ‘Aseptic Dispensing for NHS Patients’, ‘Isolators for Pharmaceutical Applications’ and all national, DoH and MHRA regulations concerning aseptic dispensing.
* Good clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge relating to promotion of high quality, effective and cost effective use of medicines
* Evidence of service development and improvement
Skills
* Ability to plan, prioritise and organise workload
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Good time management
In the event that we receive a high volume of applications, we may need to close the application process earlier than planned. To avoid missing out, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please contact the Recruiting Manager for an informal discussion should you have any queries relating to the role for which you are applying.
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences and celebrate diversity of thought, viewpoints, and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Good luck! We look forward to welcoming you to our exceptional team!
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
Name Dhalvir Midda Job title Head of Pharmacy - Cancer and Technical Services Email address Dhalvir.midda@nhs.net Telephone number 01622 228457
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