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Job summary

Main area
Pharmacy Homecare
Grade
Band 3
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Job ref
272-7249412
Employer
Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Bassetlaw District Hospital
Town
Worksop
Salary
£24,937 - £26,598 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
29/07/2025 23:59
Interview date
11/08/2025

Employer heading

Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust logo

Homecare Procurement Officer

Band 3

Job overview

The Pharmacy Department at Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking for two enthusiastic and versatile people to join our Homecare Team based at Bassetlaw Hospital.

Pharmacy experience is not essential, although an understanding of how a Pharmacy works would be beneficial, as would previous clerking experience.

The successful applicant must hold a minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above including English Language and Maths (certificates must be provided at interview), have a good understanding of Microsoft Office and be an effective communicator. They must also have good problem solving skills and have great attention to detail in all aspects of work but especially in mathematical and data matching areas.

Main duties of the job

You will be expected to:-

 Work under your own initiative following written procedures

·         Work accurately and efficiently under pressure with good time management skills

·         Respond to client needs and deadlines

·         Manage the homecare procurement processes

·         Generate homecare purchase orders according to Trust SFIs and ensure all invoices are reconciled and processed correctly and on time

·         Work with homecare providers to streamline processes and prevent errors and reworking

The Essential Requirements

5 GCSEs (grade C or above) or equivalent including Maths and English
An proven ability to work at NVQ level 3 or equivalent
Good IT and communication skills
Good problem solving skills
Great attention to detail in all aspects of the work but most specifically on mathematical and data matching

Working for our organisation

DBTH is one of Yorkshire’s Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000.  Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.   
 
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way.  We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.   
 
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
 
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
 
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:
•    Extensive range of learning opportunities
•    NHS Pension Scheme
•    Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditions
•    Comprehensive health and wellbeing support 
•    NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice scheme
•    Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. 

Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. 

Certificate of sponsorship

Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. 

Person specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential criteria
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel
Desirable criteria
  • Hospital or Community Pharmacy experience
  • Experience of ordering/invoicing processes/administrative systems
  • Experience of in the use of databases

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential criteria
  • Good verbal communication skills demonstrating an ability to communicate within their team, within the organisation and with external organisations
  • Maintain business and clinical confidentiality at all times
  • Good problem solving skills
  • Possess tact and diplomacy
  • Ability to works as a team
  • Works methodically, accurately, and with speed
  • Be able to develop and maintain efficient office systems according to the requirements of the department
  • Be able to show initiative
  • Be able to work on their own
  • Ability to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required and good attendance

Qualifications & Training

Essential criteria
  • 5 GCSE (grade C or above) including Maths and English Language (or equivalent)
  • An ability to work at NVQ level 3 or equivalent
Desirable criteria
  • ILM Level 2
  • A recognised IT qualification such as ECDL or CLAIT

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Race CodeVeteran AwareApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyMenopause Friendly EmployerAge positiveInvestors in People: GoldImproving working livesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.We offer Wagestream - A financial wellbeing benefit which lets you access your pay as you earn it.Disability confident employerArmed Forces Covenant

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Sam Lucas
Job title
Pharmacy Medicines Supply Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Additional information

Dawn Barnes

[email protected]

01302 644666

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