Position Overview
We are looking for a Pharmacist to support the Vaccination and Living Well service until 31 March 2026. The role will be connected to the Trust's vaccination hub in Cheshire West and also involves working across Cheshire and Merseyside on the Living Well Service bus clinic sessions as required.
Job Details
This post is part‑time, 15 hours per week, fixed term until 31/03/2026.
Shortlisting for this vacancy is due to be completed on 12/12/2025 and the proposed interview date is 19/12/2025.
Key Responsibilities
* Responsible for clinical oversight of the safe storage, handling and preparation of the vaccines as a delegated authority from the chief pharmacist. Ensure national guidance is followed (e.g., national protocols, PGDs) and provide oversight and education for staff to ensure safe and effective delivery of vaccines.
* Support the clinical delivery of the vaccination programmes within the Trust and for the identified population served.
* Ensure safe standards of care and processes are followed within the delivery of vaccinations.
* Utilise knowledge as a pharmacist to support the clinical team and delivery of safe and effective care.
About CWP
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all‑age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person‑centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
Commitment to Inclusivity
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcomes applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Recruitment & Support
All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role. Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you’ll find something to suit you at CWP.
Applicants are advised to apply early, as the vacancy may close prior to the advertised date if a large number of applications are received.
Important Information
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the ‘essential’ criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer ‘YES’ to the question: ‘Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?’
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies for the DBS Update Service.
Application Deadline
This advert closes on Wednesday 10 Dec 2025.
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