Main area: Pharmacy Grade Band 7
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Part time hours considered)
* Full time
* Part time
Job reference: 279-7773430-FEB26
Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, site RSCH/PRH, Town Brighton
Salary: £47,810 - £54,710 per annum, pro rata
Job closes today at 23:59
Foundation to Advance Clinical Pharmacist Programme (RSCH/PRH)
At UHS Sussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute trusts, we share a commitment to excellence, ambition and the values that have defined the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard‐working, talented and dedicated people work together to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, staff and communities. We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values and offer extensive welfare programmes and flexible working to support work‐life balance.
As a university trust and leader in healthcare research, we prioritise learning, teaching and training. Throughout your career with us, you will grow and develop, gaining visibility and recognition for your contributions.
Job overview
The Pharmacy department is rapidly expanding and we are delighted to invite applications to our FOUNDATION to ADVANCE Clinical Pharmacist Programme. This 18‐month competency‐based progression programme enhances skills and experience across diverse clinical specialities. Pharmacists will progress from a post‐registration foundation pharmacist (band 6) to an advance clinical pharmacist (band 7). The programme supports completion of a postgraduate diploma at University College London and encourages attainment of a clinically enhanced pharmacist independent prescribing qualification.
We welcome applications from trainee pharmacists, other‐sector pharmacists, and experienced band 6 or 7 pharmacists, who will be aligned to the appropriate stage of the programme based on experience. We seek talented, self‐directed, productive team‐players who can manage the busy responsibilities of this key NHS role.
Main duties of the job
University Hospitals Sussex comprises the Royal Sussex County Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital in the East, and Worthing, St Richards and Southlands in the West. Please specify your preferred site in your application.
Through the programme you will work in a range of specialties including: Abdominal Medicine & Surgery, Acute Medicine, Acute Frailty, Aseptics, Cardiology, Cardiothoracics, Critical Care, Education Development, Endocrine, HIV, Infectious Diseases / Antimicrobial Stewardship, Intermediate Care / Rehabilitation, Mental Health, Neurology & Neuro Rehabilitation, Neurosurgery, Renal, Respiratory, Adult & Paediatric Cancer Services, Stroke, Urology and Vascular Surgery, Women's & Neonates.
Working for our organisation
We have a range of staff networks, a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with compassion and empathy, and we offer a wellbeing programme that supports flexible working and a healthy work‐life balance.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route where applicants meet the required criteria. Applicants on a Graduate visa must have at least 18 months remaining on their visa at application time.
* Deliver expert patient care and support lead pharmacists, including development, evaluation and coordination of clinical pharmacy services in line with the division and UHSx Pharmacy strategy.
* Contribute to all aspects of clinical governance, including clinical risk and audit.
* Engage in education and training as a teaching hospital, supervising undergraduates, pre‐registration pharmacists, and line‐managing and educationally supervising band 6 pharmacists where appropriate.
* Encourage inter‐professional learning and participate in joint teaching activities with Foundation Doctors.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Knowledge and Experience
* Previous pharmacy experience in the UK as a qualified or trainee pharmacist.
* Previous hospital pharmacy experience in the UK.
Skills
* Demonstrate an understanding of the progression programme with examples of core skills required in a foundation secondary care role and show a willingness for continual professional development.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
* Evidence of undertaking own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
* Evidence of championing diversity in previous roles (as appropriate).
Important information for applicants
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences and motivations—elements essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI‐generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, which helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
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Some adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential flexible working options, please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: We undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. Offers are made in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for roles meeting the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria. For more information, visit the gov.uk website and search for Skilled Worker. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure they meet the criteria.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020. Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.
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