Job Description

Would you like a challenging job that really makes a difference? Could you play an important part within a busy pharmacy team and help with the preparation and supply of medicines to patients? If this interests you, then please apply today!



This is a fantastic opportunity to work as a Pharmacy Assistant. This is a stepping stone leading towards a rewarding pharmacy career.



We are looking for an enthusiastic Pharmacy Assistant to work in our busy Pharmacy department . The role is working in stores and distribution department. The post holder will also be required to work in dispensary while working towards Level -2 Pharmacy service apprenticeship.



Prior pharmacy experience is desirable but not essential as all training will be provided on the job.



This rewarding role will provide you an opportunity to interact with patients, nurses and doctors as well as external healthcare professionals to ensure that the best standard of pharmaceutical care is available to patients in our hospital.



You will need to be self-motivated with good communication and interpersonal skills. You will have a friendly and approachable personality, be willing to work as part of a team and committed to providing the best possible service for patients.



The department actively promotes development, education and training.



You will need to hold GCSE certificates in English & Maths and Good IT Skills.



To apply for the post you will need to be willing to work towards and complete the Level 2 Pharmacy Service apprenticeship .



London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.



Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.

We run major acute services at:

Northwick Park Hospital:

home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK

St Mark's Hospital:

an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease

Ealing Hospital:

a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice

Central Middlesex Hospital:

our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.



We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.



To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the and Person Specification.