Job summary
Governance Technician - Medicines Team Band 5 | NHS Agenda for Change
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Dewsbury Health Centre

Main duties of the job
Please refer Locala Website, where further information is found alongside the job description and person specification

About us
Here at Locala we are part of the community and have often cared for generations within the same family and continue to be part of the NHS family also delivering care under the same ethos. We embrace diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from people from all backgrounds with our ambition to have a workforce that represents the wider communities we live and work within, which you can support us to achieve. We are an organisation that celebrates and values the individuality of our colleagues lived experiences and can adapt accordingly, recognising the value inclusivity brings when delivering equitable, high quality healthcare to our local communities. Where everyone feels valued, has the ability to develop, has flexible working opportunities, with a sense of belonging, supported by our Inclusivity Groups.

• Flexible working - We are committed to supporting our colleagues to have a good work-life balance and welcome conversations about flexible working wherever possible.
• Generous pension - We offer a generous, defined contribution, pension scheme with matched contribution + 2% up to a maximum of 8%
• Development opportunities - We have a nursing framework and offer a range of development opportunities in all roles.

Be part of an organisation doing things differently. One that delivers CQC-rated "Gold" NHS healthcare services, as well as having a positive social impact in local communities.

Details
Date posted: 28 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 2026-2039
Job locations: Dewsbury Health Centre Wellington Road Dewsbury, Dewsbury, WF13 1HN, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Are you a registered Pharmacy Technician ready to make a wider impact on patient care? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your pharmacy expertise in a new and rewarding way? Join Locala Health & Wellbeing's Medicines Team and help improve medicines safety, governance and quality across our community healthcare services. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your knowledge, contribute to continuous improvement and work collaboratively with colleagues across different services. Whether you're looking to broaden your experience or take the next step in your career, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference to patients and communities.
What you'll do:

• Lead and support medicines governance activities to promote safe, effective and high-quality care.
• Contribute to audits, quality improvement projects and medicines safety initiatives.
• Support prescribing, Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and medicines assurance processes.
• Analyse information and data to identify opportunities for improvement and support better patient outcomes.
• Build positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across our multidisciplinary teams.

What we're looking for:

• A Pharmacy Technician registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• An interest in medicines safety, governance and continuous improvement.
• Confidence working with data, digital systems and a range of stakeholders.
• A collaborative approach, with a willingness to share knowledge, learn from others and contribute new ideas.

Why join Locala?
At Locala Health & Wellbeing, we believe everyone should feel valued, respected and able to be themselves at work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities, recognising that diverse perspectives help us deliver better care for the communities we serve. If you're passionate about improving medicines safety, enjoy working with others and want to make a difference beyond the traditional pharmacy setting, we'd love to hear from you. Locala is a 'Disability Confident' employer and as such any disabled applicants who meets all the essential criteria are guaranteed to be invited to the assessment process. This role is not applicable for sponsorship and candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier than the stated date should we receive sufficient applications. Please note - this position will be subject to DBS check.
Closing date: 16 November 2026
Shortlisting date: 17 November 2026
Interviews to be held: 25 November 2026

For further information, please refer to the job description and person specification and Locala Thrive Strategy or 07903975772. Locala Community Partnerships CIC is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential: Please refer Locala Website, where further information is found alongside the job description and person specification
Desirable: Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Experience
Essential: Please refer Locala Website, where further information is found alongside the job description and person specification
Desirable: Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Locala Health and Wellbeing
Address: Dewsbury Health Centre Wellington Road Dewsbury, Dewsbury, WF13 1HN, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.locala.org.uk/

For questions about the job, contact:
Lucy Simkins
Lucy.Simkins@locala.org.uk
07903975772

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