Job Description

This post is fixed term/secondment for 30 months from start date due to funding.



If you are interested applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.



Are you a passionate, forward-thinking pharmacist ready to make a lasting impact?



Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) Pharmacy is thrilled to announce a brand-new Teacher Practitioner role, created in partnership with Cardiff University School of Pharmacy. This is your chance to combine advanced clinical practice with academic influence-- shaping the next generation of pharmacists while driving excellence in patient care.



The ability to speak Welsh is desirable but not essential for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job:

To help to shape the strategic direction of Education and Training at ABUHB and beyond, in consultation with the Education and Training team and Pharmacy Management Team. This includes organising, evaluating and delivering training and development programmes within Pharmacy Services.



To provide clinical leadership and skills in the designated speciality area, including supporting the implementation of medicines optimisation strategies, improving patient flow, and service improvements aimed at enhancing patient care and safety.



To work across both Cardiff University School of Pharmacy as an honorary lecturer and Aneurin Bevan University Health Board as an advanced clinical pharmacist and education lead. Clinical services will include ward based clinical care, dispensary sessions and prescribing services where applicable at our Royal Gwent hospital site.



To act as a non-medical prescriber when required, undertaking agreed sessions within sphere of competence, initiating/modifying medication, monitoring therapy and adjusting treatment options.



To act as a professional role model in the field of Pharmacy practice in both organisations, and provide a consistently high standard of practice in line with the ABUHB Pharmacy Vision.



Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.



We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.



Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.



You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac



The post is full time, but part time, flexible working and job share applications will be considered.



What makes this role unique?

Dual Impact :

Split your time between Cardiff University (2 days) and clinical pharmacy services at the Royal Gwent Hospital (RGH) site (3 days)--bringing expertise to both education and frontline healthcare.

Clinical Leadership :

Deliver advanced clinical skills in a specialist area, while supporting innovation, improvement and best practice across our services.

Educational Excellence :

Join our expanding team of ABUHB pharmacy educators, facilitating delivery of a range of training programmes.

Academic Influence :

Become an honorary member of the prestigious Cardiff University School of Pharmacy, shaping the development, delivery and assessment of the MPharm course.



Why ABUHB?



At RGH and across ABUHB, our teams are known for their supportive culture and commitment to excellence. We invest in our people, offering opportunities for development and career progression--all within a welcoming and innovative environment.



This is more than a job--it's your opportunity to lead, inspire, and transform pharmacy education and practice.



To demonstrate a strong drive for excellence and delivering positive impact in all aspects of the role. This will require excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills to ensure optimal outcomes for delivery.