Job Description

Start your healthcare career here. We are seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious and motivated individual to join our team as a pharmacy assistant. If you do not hold an NVQ/BTEC level 2 in Pharmacy Services, or equivalent this would be an excellent opportunity to undertake a recognised pharmacy qualification, whilst being paid a Band 2 salary (Band 3 upon completion). Applicants who do not hold a pharmacy level 2 qualification must have GCSE grade C/4 or above equivalent in English language, Maths and Science.
This position is 37 and a half hours a week and participation will be required in the late night, weekend and bank holiday rota.
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is an innovative, integrated healthcare organisation.
We are recognised for the high quality of compassionate care we provide for our patients and their families. We are well positioned through our programme of transformation and our work with partners to create safe, high quality and affordable integrated healthcare services which are fit for the future needs of our population.
Main duties of the job

• Accurately dispense medications and other pharmaceutical products in accordance with prescriptions and hospital protocols both electronically and on paper systems in both the dispensary and at ward level.
• Assist with inventory management, including monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and managing pharmaceutical inventory.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare staff, including addressing queries and providing medication-related information, this may be face to face or over the telephone.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and hospital guidelines in all dispensing activities.
• Maintain meticulous records of dispensed medications and manage patient information with confidentiality.
• Support the pharmacy team with additional administrative tasks and operational duties as needed.

About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall
But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence
Certificates of Sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Details
Date posted
11 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year Pro rata/per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9165-26-01-029
Job locations
The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 2UD
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Good general education demonstrating a suitable level of literacy and numeracy e.g. Maths, Science and English Language at GCSE grade C or above, or equivalent
• Interpersonal Skills

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2/BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Science (MUST include a dispensing unit)
• IT Training (MS Office)

Knowledge
Essential

• To maintain own knowledge base and remain up to date with current issues.

Experience
Essential

• Is reliable, punctual and conscientious.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Good general education demonstrating a suitable level of literacy and numeracy e.g. Maths, Science and English Language at GCSE grade C or above, or equivalent
• Interpersonal Skills

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2/BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Science (MUST include a dispensing unit)
• IT Training (MS Office)

Knowledge
Essential

• To maintain own knowledge base and remain up to date with current issues.

Experience
Essential

• Is reliable, punctual and conscientious.

Skills Required