KA Pharmacy Support Worker - Level

Overview

NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Pharmacy Support Worker, Higher Level, to join our well-established pharmacy team. Our team includes pharmacy technicians, trainee pharmacy technicians, and PSWs, all working to ensure the safe provision of medicines across the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh (RIE) site. PSWs are key members of the service, supporting the effective and safe delivery of pharmacy services. Your role will include assisting in the preparation and distribution of medicines, maintaining stock control, and assisting with workload in the dispensary.

Full training and ongoing support will be provided to help you develop the necessary skills.

• Career Development: Gain advanced skills through structured training and expand your scope of practice.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a friendly, professional team that is committed to helping you succeed.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to the efficient supply of medicines, directly supporting high-quality patient care.

Essential Qualifications and

Experience:

• National 4 (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics and a Science (Biology or Chemistry)
• Educated to/or within 12 months following probationary period completion of: SQA Pharmacy Services Group Award (GA) SCQF Level 6 and specific education requirements for specific areas within pharmacy
• Relevant work experience in a healthcare or pharmacy environment
• Completion of Healthcare Support Workers induction standards
• A diligent, reliable, and flexible approach to work
• A proactive and professional approach to patient care
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Personal values should align with NHS Lothian’s core values: quality, teamwork, care, compassion, dignity, respect, openness, honesty, and responsibility.

NHS Lothian serves a population of 900,000 across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian. As Scotland’s second-largest health system, we foster partnerships with universities and research institutions. Our Pharmacy & Medicines Service focuses on delivering clinically led, person-centred care to achieve the best outcomes for patients.

For more details about the role, including the full job description and person specification, please refer to the Jobtrain link. For further information, please contact:

Kirsty Stewart, Senior Technician Distribution — Phone:  — Email: kirsty.stewart
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Jennifer Whitson, Dispensary Manager — Phone:  — Email: jennifer.whitsont

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement to demonstrate permission to work. Further information on checks and responsibilities can be found in the vacancy details. We anticipate a high level of interest and may close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received. We will fully support disabled candidates and those with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to recruitment policies and practices.

This post requires PVG Scheme membership/record. If not currently a PVG member for the required regulatory group, an application to Disclosure Scotland will be needed and deemed satisfactory before starting. From 1 April 2025, changes to criminal records checks may apply if the role is regulated; any changes will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more details, see the Disclosure Scotland Changes link.