Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced pharmacist to be our inpatient ward pharmacy service lead. This role offers the opportunity to engage and work collaboratively at all levels within the organisation and system.
As a member of the pharmacy leadership team, you will be responsible for oversight and improvement of our pharmacy service to our inpatient wards.
You will have a clear vision for pharmacist prescribing on inpatient wards, relevant knowledge and experience, and experience working as a clinical pharmacist in mental health services.
You will demonstrate the Trust values and will continue to develop a culture of inclusivity and continuous learning which makes the pharmacy directorate at Bradford District Care NHS FT one of the best places to work.
We recognise the variety of opportunities available to pharmacy professionals and if you choose to join our team, we want you to feel valued and supported. We will work with you to fulfil your full potential whether that be through further education and training, new experiences or coaching and mentoring.
Main duties of the job

• As the Lead Pharmacist on the inpatient unit the postholder will establish and develop a clinical model of working as a Non-Medical Prescriber on a designated acute mental health in-patient unit in order to ensure that appropriate medicines optimisation takes place across the whole of the patient pathway on the unit

• They are the expert in prescribing and the use of medicines, providing a link between clinical practice and service development by creating new models for delivering patient care ensuring the best experience and outcomes for patients from their medicines whenever and wherever their care is delivered

• Development and implementation of medicines related policies and guidelines and lead on groups/committees for ratification such as Medicines Management and Safety Group, Clinical Board and Drug and Therapeutics Committee.

• Liaise with key stakeholders on the impact of new medicines and therapeutic options on the local health economy.Membership of the Pharmacy Leadership Team

Closing Date: 10th November 2025Shortlisting Date: w/c 11th November 2025Interview Date: w/c 24th November 2026 (Subject to change)
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver- We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for
3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible
Details
Date posted
27 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
64,455 to 74,896 a year Per Annum Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
453-25-7530915
Job locations
Lynfield Mount Hospital
Heights Lane
Bradford
BD9 6DP
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Pharmacist registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
• Master's degree in pharmacy
• Independent Pharmacist Prescriber V300

Desirable

• Member of College of Mental Health Pharmacy (CMHP)

Experience
Essential

• Extensive experience of providing pharmaceutical care to patients with acute mental health needs
• Experience of practice research or audit
• Experience of protocol or guideline development

Desirable

• Recognition as an advanced practitioner in mental health through publication or presentation
• Experience of involvement in providing education and training at postgraduate level

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Pharmacist registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
• Master's degree in pharmacy
• Independent Pharmacist Prescriber V300

Desirable

• Member of College of Mental Health Pharmacy (CMHP)

Experience
Essential

• Extensive experience of providing pharmaceutical care to patients with acute mental health needs
• Experience of practice research or audit
• Experience of protocol or guideline development

Desirable

• Recognition as an advanced practitioner in mental health through publication or presentation
• Experience of involvement in providing education and training at postgraduate level

Skills Required