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Pharmacy Support Worker - Stores and Distribution
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 3
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 30 hours per week
Job ref
421-LTUCC-3730R
Employer
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Harrogate District Hospital,
Town
Harrogate
Salary
£24,465 - £26,598 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
06/04/2026 23:59

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Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust logo

Pharmacy Support Worker - Stores and Distribution

NHS AfC: Band 3

Job overview

This post is a band 2 to band 3 progression depending on experience

We have a NEW and exciting development opportunity for a Pharmacy Support Worker in Stores to take on an essential role supporting the Pharmacy team. The primary responsibilities involve managing stock, ensuring inventory is well maintained and assisting in the distribution of pharmaceutical products to support day-to-day Pharmacy operations.

This post is for 30 hours per week

Main duties of the job

To work in the Pharmacy Stores and Distribution areas.

To accurately receive orders of pharmaceuticals, store them correctly and to supply them against requisitions from Wards and Departments.

To take part in the Medicines Management ward stock topping up service.

To replenish stock in the Omnicell units

Stock control and expiry date checking.

To contribute to the weekend and Bank Holiday rota.

More details of the job can be viewed in the complete job description attached. 

Working for our organisation

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East. 

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you’re looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients’ lives, HDFT could be the place for you! 

We offer colleagues:

  • A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
  • Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
  • Employee Support and wellbeing – we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service. 

Please note:

  • Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
  • Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application. 
  • Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.  
  • All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a detailed description of the job role and main responsibilities please see the completed job description attached. If you have any questions, please contact Andrea Watkin on [email protected]

Person specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience of working with the public
  • Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable criteria
  • NVQ Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Services or equivalent
  • GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths
  • Experience of working in the NHS
  • Experience of working in a Community or Hospital Pharmacy

Employer certification / accreditation badges

We are a Living Wage EmployerApprenticeships logoMenopause Friendly EmployerAge positiveHSJ Best places to workMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerNational Preceptorship for Nursing Quality MarkArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Andrea Watkin
Job title
Lead Pharmacy Technician - Stores and Distribution
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01423557729
Additional information

Angela Haddington  [email protected] 01423555718

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