Job Description

Are you an experienced and forward-thinking Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician ready to lead and innovate across our dynamic Aseptic Units? University Hospitals Sussex NHS foundation Trust is seeking an exceptional Operational Aseptic Lead to provide strategic and operational leadership across our three Aseptic Units. This is a pivotal role for someone passionate about service development, patient safety, and workforce innovation in aseptic services.



Lead the operational delivery of aseptic services across multiple hospital sites.



Collaborate with senior pharmacy leadership to develop and implement strategic plans



Ensure compliance with national standards and regulatory frameworks (e.g. EuGMP Annex1, QAAPS)



Support financial planning, business case development, and cost improvement initiatives



Manage and develop a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high standards of training, performance, and service delivery.



Drive continuous improvement through audit, quality assurance, and service development projects.



Act as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders, including NHS England, SSCA, ICB, and academic institutions



At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.



We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.



As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.



We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate Information Pack:

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/



As the Operational Aseptic Lead, you will be responsible for the overarching coordination and leadership of the Trust's Preparative Services. You will work closely with the Lead Pharmacist for Preparative Services and the Pharmacy QA and Project Manager to shape a cutting-edge strategy that meets the evolving needs of patients and the Trust.

Your responsibilities will include:

Strategic Leadership :

Develop and implement a Trust-wide strategy for aseptic services, aligning with national best practices and audit outcomes.

Governance & Compliance :

Ensure robust systems are in place for quality assurance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Service Development :

Lead initiatives to expand and enhance aseptic services, including addressing gaps in provision and supporting cancer treatment pathways.

Financial Oversight :

Support budgets, develop business cases, and deliver cost improvement programmes.

Workforce Development :

Create career progression pathways and support training for pharmacy technicians and assistants.

Operational Excellence :

Standardise procedures across sites, manage capacity and contingency planning, and ensure service resilience.

Education & Training :

Supervise and support the development of trainees and staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.



This role is ideal for a highly motivated individual with significant experience in hospital pharmacy management, a strong understanding of aseptic services, and a passion for leading change in a complex healthcare setting.