Job Description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Pharmacy Logistics Team as a Pharmacy Support Worker (Band 2). This is a varied and rewarding role supporting several key operational units within the department. The various units within the department includes; Invoicing, Purchasing, Receipts, Distribution, and Top-Up Services.
The post holder will rotate between these areas to gain broad experience and provide essential support in achieving departmental objectives. It is expected that the successful candidate will initially be based within the Invoicing Unit for the first six months before being reassigned to other sections as part of their development.
You will be part of a friendly and supportive team committed to maintaining a high-quality and efficient pharmacy service that underpins patient care across the Trust. Full on-the-job training will be provided, with opportunities to work towards a recognised qualification and progress within the department.
We are looking for someone who is reliable, organised, and eager to learn. Attention to detail, good communication skills, and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team are essential.
If you are seeking a role where you can develop your skills in a professional and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.
For further information about this post, please contact: Mark on 023 8120 1383 or Faye on 023 8120 6599.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
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Details
Date posted
24 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
188-CL311025
Job locations
University Hospital Southampton
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
Job description
Job responsibilities
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore whats possible for the role and service.
This vacancy does not meet the Home Office threshold for sponsorship, therefore we are unable to accept applications from candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK.
Youll need to show

• The ability to work in a team and independently.
• Proven standard of numeracy and literacy - (A* - C or 4-9 in English and Maths (If qualifications gained outside the UK evidence of equivalent standards must be demonstrated at interview).
• Demonstrate good IT skills - Microsoft Applications such as Excel and Word.
• Demonstrate good attention to detail.
• Good written & verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate a motivated, common-sense approach to work with an awareness of the UHS Trust values.

Job description
Job responsibilities
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore whats possible for the role and service.
This vacancy does not meet the Home Office threshold for sponsorship, therefore we are unable to accept applications from candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK.
Youll need to show

• The ability to work in a team and independently.
• Proven standard of numeracy and literacy - (A* - C or 4-9 in English and Maths (If qualifications gained outside the UK evidence of equivalent standards must be demonstrated at interview).
• Demonstrate good IT skills - Microsoft Applications such as Excel and Word.
• Demonstrate good attention to detail.
• Good written & verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate a motivated, common-sense approach to work with an awareness of the UHS Trust values.

Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential

• Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post (if necessary, with reasonable adjustments with respect to the Equality Act/Disability Discrimination Act).
• Required to lift and handle packages, weighing up to 15kg on a repetitive basis. (Reasonable adjustment may be made) Required to move pallets weighing between 500 and 600kg using an unpowered pallet truck daily (Receipts posts only)
• 2 GCSE's or equivalent grades A* - C or 4-9 in English and Maths (If qualifications gained outside the UK evidence of equivalent standards must be demonstrated at interview)
• Must be able to commit to completing 'in-house' training programme within 6 months of starting. Opportunities to progress are available but may require additional qualifications to meet eligibility criteria to undertake additional qualifications
• Must be able to work late evenings, bank holidays and weekend working according to rota requirements

Desirable

• Other healthcare qualifications
• GCSEs in science-based or other role specific relevant subjects
• Previous pharmacy or laboratory experience (hospital, community or industry)
• Previous experience in health or social care (if not pharmacy)
• Experience in stock control i.e., receiving, maintaining and / or issuing stock
• Clinical trials or research experience (Clinical trials only)
• Use of till and / or handling money in a work environment (RSH posts only)

Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential

• Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post (if necessary, with reasonable adjustments with respect to the Equality Act/Disability Discrimination Act).
• Required to lift and handle packages, weighing up to 15kg on a repetitive basis. (Reasonable adjustment may be made) Required to move pallets weighing between 500 and 600kg using an unpowered pallet truck daily (Receipts posts only)
• 2 GCSE's or equivalent grades A* - C or 4-9 in English and Maths (If qualifications gained outside the UK evidence of equivalent standards must be demonstrated at interview)
• Must be able to commit to completing 'in-house' training programme within 6 months of starting. Opportunities to progress are available but may require additional qualifications to meet eligibility criteria to undertake additional qualifications
• Must be able to work late evenings, bank holidays and weekend working according to rota requirements

Desirable

• Other healthcare qualifications
• GCSEs in science-based or other role specific relevant subjects
• Previous pharmacy or laboratory experience (hospital, community or industry)
• Previous experience in health or social care (if not pharmacy)
• Experience in stock control i.e., receiving, maintaining and / or issuing stock
• Clinical trials or research experience (Clinical trials only)
• Use of till and / or handling money in a work environment (RSH posts only)

Skills Required