Job Description

Are you passionate, motivated and would like to learn something new?



We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a permanent Pharmacy Support Assistant to come and join our pharmacy team based at St Ann's Hospital in Poole. No previous experience necessary as training and support will be provided. The successful candidate will be required to enrol and complete a nationally recognise NVQ 2 in pharmacy services paid for and supported by Dorset Healthcare.



The pharmacy team at St Ann's Hospital is part of the wider Dorset Healthcare pharmacy service that supports the whole of Dorset for mental health, community hospitals and specialist services.



The post is 30 hours but consideration will be given to job share or less hours. School hours can be accommodated.



You will be based at St Ann's Hospital mainly working within the pharmacy department. Supporting the receipt, labelling, dispensing and supply of medication, to in-patient and out-patient services provided by Dorset Healthcare. Support the department with house keeping duties. Performing ward top-up duties, this requires visiting in-patient wards, currently only St Ann's but this maybe expanded to the wider Trust. Supporting other trainees within pharmacy when confident to do so. As part of the Trusts induction programme you will be expected to take part in breakaway training.



At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.



We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.



Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.



Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.



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.



As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net