Job Description

The closing date is 20th Jul 2025

Job summary

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly specialist pharmacist with a passion for education and training to join our motivated, personable and patient focused pharmacy team. You will be working as a key member of the senior team and will be responsible for leading, developing and delivering a high quality education and training programme for members of the pharmacy team and the wider multi-disciplinary team. You will also have the opportunity to provide a comprehensive, safe and patient centred clinical pharmacy service to inpatients at Yeovil District Hospital.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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We are looking for an experienced pharmacist to join our senior team who is forward-thinking and dynamic and able to lead, manage and co-ordinate the work of the pharmacy team to ensure the provision of proactive and high quality training and education opportunities for all members of the pharmacy team. You must be keen to learn yourself and be dedicated to nurturing, mentoring and developing our staff to reach their full potential. You will be responsible for providing professional leadership as well as organising and supporting the education and training and the continuing professional development of trainee pharmacists, qualified pharmacy staff and other multi-disciplinary staff. The role involves the implementation of local and national policies relating to education and training and liaising with external organisations and universities involved in the delivery of education.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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For the main duties and responsibilities for this role, please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application, please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Masters degree or equivalent in Pharmacy


Full current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)


Completion of or expectation to complete a postgraduate Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy


Completion of or expectation to complete Independent Prescribing qualification


Commitment and evidence of professional updating and formal continuous professional development




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Experience

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Essential

Demonstrable hospital pharmacy experience delivering clinical pharmacy practice at an advanced level


Experience in clinical training and/or mentoring of pharmacy staff


Experience of staff appraisal and objective setting




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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.


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Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.


From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.


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UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.


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For help with your application, contact:

Sharon Hodges


sharon.hodges@somersetft.nhs.uk


01935606464


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Pay scheme

Agenda for Change


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Band

Band 8a


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Salary

55690.00 to 62682.00 Yearly
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Contract

Permanent


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Working pattern

Part-Time, Full-Time


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Reference number

184-OL-PU-2849


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Job locations

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT