Job summaryAre you an experienced pharmacist with a passion for improving prescribing quality, medicines optimisation, and patient outcomes in primary care?
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is seeking a highly motivated and innovative Prescribing Adviser to join our Medicines Management Team on a 12-month maternity cover basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of primary care pharmacy, supporting GP practices to deliver safe, evidence-based and cost-effective prescribing.
This post is a fixed term/secondment for 12 months from start date to cover maternity leave. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the jobAs a Band 8a Prescribing Adviser, you will play a key role in delivering the Health Board's Medicines Management Action Plan and supporting improvements in prescribing quality across primary care. You will work collaboratively with GP practices and multidisciplinary teams to optimise medicines use, improve patient care and support delivery of national and local prescribing priorities.
About usAneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of
Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
DetailsDate posted: 09 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £58,379 to £65,723 a year
per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 040-PST055-0926
Job locations: Llanarth House, Newbridge Gateway, Newbridge, NP11 5GH, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesKey responsibilities include:
- Supporting delivery of medicines optimisation initiatives across primary care.
- Analysing prescribing data and expenditure to identify opportunities for improvement and value-based prescribing.
- Providing expert clinical and therapeutic advice to healthcare professionals.
- Undertaking medication reviews and independent prescribing activities where appropriate.
- Developing strong partnerships with GP practices, community pharmacies and wider healthcare teams.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential- Familiar with GP prescription ordering processes
- Worked as part of multidisciplinary team, doctors, Nurses
Desirable- Knowledge of GP prescribing systems
KnowledgeEssential- Post grad diploma/equivalent clinical knowledge
- Non Medical prescriber or working towards
Desirable- Primary care experience working with GPs
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer detailsEmployer name: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address: Llanarth House, Newbridge Gateway, Newbridge, NP11 5GH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://abuhb.nhs.wales/
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Lead Prescribing Adviser, Eryl Smeethe, eryl.smeethe@wales.nhs.uk, 01495241224
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
