Job summary
- Main area
- Rotational Pharmacist
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- 3 years (3 years fixed term)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day Monday to Friday with additional weekend working, Bank holiday working, on-call on a rota basis)
- Job ref
- 425-25-7535979
- Employer
- Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Sheffield Childrens NHS Trust
- Town
- Sheffield
- Salary
- £38,682 - £46,580 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 09/11/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Rotational Pharmacist
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
Fixed Term | Full Time
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Pharmacy Team at Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust. Based at the Trust's acute site, you'll work within a supportive team and gain experience across a wide range of paediatric specialities, including neurosurgery, oncology, endocrinology, orthopaedics, neonatal surgery, and more.
About You
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MPharm degree Pharmacist registered with GPhC (or soon to be registered)
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Senior Pharmacist, some of your responsibilities will include:
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Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering high-quality medicines optimisation to children across Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and surrounding areas
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Gain experience through a structured rotation programme in Clinical Pharmacy Services across specialist medical and surgical wards
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Participate in operational Pharmacy Services alongside clinical duties
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Provide clinical pharmacy services at the Trust's acute site
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Develop expertise in a wide range of specialities
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Work under the guidance of senior specialist pharmacists within a team of approximately 60 pharmacy staff
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Encouraged to undertake a Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy
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After initial training, participate in the on-call service on a rotational basis, including weekends and Bank Holidays
Working for our organisation
At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children’s Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We’re proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children’s as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England — and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire — in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values — Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence — to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we’re excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts — helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
For an informal chat about this role , please contact Laura Godden, 0114 2717259
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2251 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person specification
Qualification & Training
Essential criteria
- Must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council of Great Britain
- Have a vocational master’s degree in pharmacy pre-registration training and experience. If qualified before 2002 hold a degree in pharmacy plus 1 year pre-registration training and experience.
Desirable criteria
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain
- Membership of the Neonatal and Paediatric Pharmacy group (NPPG)
- IT qualification e.g. ECDL
Experience
Desirable criteria
- Hospital pharmacy / Paediatric pharmacy services
Knowledge & Skills
Essential criteria
- Clinical pharmacy
- Aware of hospital and national policies and procedures
- Can communicate clearly with other clinical professionals and patients/ parents
- Can interpret clinical data
Desirable criteria
- Capable of teaching other healthcare staff.
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
- Careful accurate worker
- Pays attention to detail in their work
- Can work independently or as part of a team
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Laura Godden
- Job title
- Lead Pharmacist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0114 2717259
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