University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for the role of Senior Pharmacy Support Worker – Pharmacy Logistics team.
Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer this opportunity to work with us. The Senior Pharmacy Support Worker will be part of the Pharmacy Logistics team handling ward medication distribution, supporting the top‑up team, and maintaining stock via manual picking and robotic systems. This role supports daily high‑volume work and requires close collaboration with supervisors.
Key Responsibilities
* Physically fit to lift and handle packages up to 15 kg and pallets up to 600 kg.
* Warehouse and supervisory skills to manage stock and coordinate with other teams.
* Attention to detail in manual picking and delivery of ward medication.
* Team player working within a fast‑paced environment.
Qualifications & Experience
* 2 GCSEs or equivalent (A*–C or 4–9 in English and Maths). For non‑UK qualifications, evidence of equivalence is required.
* NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy or other GPhC approved qualification for pharmacy support staff.
* Supervisory qualification or demonstrable supervisory experience.
* Previous pharmacy experience (hospital or community) or supervisory experience.
* Commit to completing in‑house training within 6 months of start.
* Willingness to work late evenings, bank holidays, and weekends as per rota.
* Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post (reasonable adjustments permissible).
* Experience handling stock control (receiving, maintaining, issuing).
Desirable Criteria
* Other healthcare qualifications.
* GCSEs in science‑based or other relevant subjects.
* Experience in health or social care.
Employment details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Other (Pharmacy Logistics)
* Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
We value diversity and inclusion
University Hospital Southampton is committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
Applying
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.
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