Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join our team of rotational senior clinical pharmacists.

This rotational post consists of 6 month rotations across a wide variety of specialist clinical areas which may include critical care, specialist medicine, surgery and nutrition, paediatrics and medicines information.

In return for your hard work and commitment we will give you the opportunity to develop your skills in a friendly structured environment supported by an excellent team. You will be provided with the necessary supervision and training in each rotation and there may be an opportunity to undertake additional post-graduate qualifications, including the independent prescribing course.

Main duties of the job
You will provide expert pharmaceutical knowledge to patients, pharmacy, medical and nursing staff working across a variety of specialties and multidisciplinary teams.

Within your role you will need to assist in providing and maintaining a safe and efficient pharmaceutical service to hospital wards and departments in accordance with trust policies.

The post holder will work with the Clinical Lead Pharmacist and other senior members of staff to develop clinical and other services within the Trust.

The post holder will assist the Clinical Lead Pharmacist in providing clinical training and supervision of other departmental staff.

About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details
Date posted: 30 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number: 390-HC-CSS-BR-3807
Job locations: Broomfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7ET, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Essential qualifications

• GPhC Registered
• Certificate in pharmacy practice or equivalent clinical experience (1 year post registration acute NHS experience)
• Masters Degree

Desirable qualifications

• Diploma in clinical pharmacy
• Independent prescribing qualification

Essential experience

• Demonstrable NHS hospital experience

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Contact
For questions about the job, contact: Clinical Lead Pharmacist, Paul Smith, paul.smith43@nhs.net, 03004438863

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