Job Description

The post holder will consistently work in an accurate, effective and efficient manner to support the provision of a high quality service to patients, trust staff and departments. They will be part of a high performing team that is expected to demonstrate the Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust values. This means that in undertaking this role the post holder is expected at all times to behave in a way that demonstrates commitment to the delivery of respectful and compassionate care.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work with a team of pharmacy Senior Assistant Technical Officer (SATO) in the Stores & Distribution, and Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) . They will be responsible for managing medicines returns from wards and outpatient areas, accurately ordering/ picking of all stock medicines requested from wards and departments, hatch duty, stock receipt and stock control.
They will be responsible for supporting the Pharmacy Stores Team in the provision of an efficient service to all users and in the day to day running of Pharmacy Stores Department following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). And they will behave in a manner that is sensitive and that always ensures patient confidentiality.
The post holder will consistently work in an accurate, effective and efficient manner to support the provision of a high quality service to patients, trust staff and departments. They will be part of a high performing team that is expected to demonstrate the Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust values. This means that in undertaking this role the post holder is expected at all times to behave in a way that demonstrates commitment to the delivery of respectful and compassionate care.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk
Details
Date posted
05 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
29,651 to 31,312 a year per annum pro rata inclusive of outer London HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
391-RFL-7029883-A
Job locations
Finchley Memorial Hospital Community Diagnostic Centre
Granville Road
Finchley
N12 0JE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Values
Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education
Essential

• GCSE Matchs, English and Science - Grade A* - C (or equivalent)

Desirable

• BTEC and NVQ in Pharmaceutical Science
• Registered Pharmacy Technician (GPhC)
• CIPS qualification (or working towards)

Experience
Essential

• Significant hospital pharmacy experience
• Previous experience/understanding of JAC Pharmacy Computer System (or equivalent)
• Experience of training & supervising staff

Desirable

• Experience of design & implementation of pharmacy service provision
• Knowledge of principals of procurement e.g. contracting administration and legal requirements

Skills
Essential

• Able to plan, prioritise and organise the work of others
• Able to improve service quality at operational level/develop new systems of work
• Ability to deal with conflict and complaints
• Advanced IT skills including email, word processing, spreadsheets, databases
• Able to communicate complex, contentious and sensitive information effectively
• Able to meet deadlines/Good time keeping
• Able to work unsupervised
• Vigilant and high attention to detail
• Excellent team worker
• High level of work organisation, planning and prioritisation skills
• Enthusiastic and self -motivated
• Reliable and flexible in approach and attitude
• Ability to use key performance indicators to assess the effectiveness of a service

Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to work in a stressful environment
• Empathetic and approachable
• Willingness to continue personal development

Desirable

• Able to work in areas of the section

Person Specification
Values
Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education
Essential

• GCSE Matchs, English and Science - Grade A* - C (or equivalent)

Desirable

• BTEC and NVQ in Pharmaceutical Science
• Registered Pharmacy Technician (GPhC)
• CIPS qualification (or working towards)

Experience
Essential

• Significant hospital pharmacy experience
• Previous experience/understanding of JAC Pharmacy Computer System (or equivalent)
• Experience of training & supervising staff

Desirable

• Experience of design & implementation of pharmacy service provision
• Knowledge of principals of procurement e.g. contracting administration and legal requirements

Skills
Essential

• Able to plan, prioritise and organise the work of others
• Able to improve service quality at operational level/develop new systems of work
• Ability to deal with conflict and complaints
• Advanced IT skills including email, word processing, spreadsheets, databases
• Able to communicate complex, contentious and sensitive information effectively
• Able to meet deadlines/Good time keeping
• Able to work unsupervised
• Vigilant and high attention to detail
• Excellent team worker
• High level of work organisation, planning and prioritisation skills
• Enthusiastic and self -motivated
• Reliable and flexible in approach and attitude
• Ability to use key performance indicators to assess the effectiveness of a service

Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to work in a stressful environment
• Empathetic and approachable
• Willingness to continue personal development

Desirable

• Able to work in areas of the section

Skills Required