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Salary for this role£58,133 – £66,274 a year

Health and Care route minimum£25,000 a year

Pay basisNational pay scales (NHS bands)

This occupation falls under the Health and Care Worker route. Salaries set by national pay scales (NHS bands) at or above the relevant band rate typically meet the occupation's requirement.

Closest occupation match: SOC 2251, Pharmacists. Pay for this occupation is set by national pay scales (NHS bands), so no single Home Office going rate applies.

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Role description

Job summary

Ready to make an impact? Seeking a fresh challenge? This could be the role for you!

We are looking for a skilled, enthusiastic, and experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join the Lewisham Division of Modality Partnership on a permanent contract. In this role, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality, patient-centred pharmaceutical care, optimising medicines safely and effectively, and driving innovation in Primary Care.

At Modality Partnership, our CARE values, Commitment, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, guide everything we do. Join a team that embodies these values in every patient interaction and across the wider organisation.

Why Join Us?

We offer a supportive, rewarding environment with benefits that help you thrive both professionally and personally:

NHS pension scheme

Minimum 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)

Employee discounts and benefits scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Education and career development pathways

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Flexible working options and wellbeing initiatives

Main duties of the job

This is a dynamic, patient-facing Clinical Pharmacist role, focused on delivering evidence-based pharmaceutical care in Primary Care. You will use your expert knowledge of medicines to support patients with specific disease areas and long-term conditions.

Key responsibilities include:

Clinically assessing, diagnosing, and prescribing (where qualified)
Optimising medicines and improving prescribing safety
Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes
Supporting medication reviews and structured medicines optimisation
Contributing to service development and innovative working practices
Working with Divisional Boards and the National Modality Business Support Team to deliver strategic priorities

This role requires innovation, flexibility, and commitment, offering the opportunity to work resourcefully within a team to meet organisational priorities while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

About us

Our Lewisham practices are part of Modality Partnership, one of the UKs largest GP super-partnerships, serving over 500,000 patients with a workforce of more than 1,800 staff. We continuously innovate to improve patient care and staff experience, embracing digital tools and automation to enhance how services are delivered.

This role provides a strong portfolio of clinical and leadership experience, enabling you to make sustainable improvements in Primary Care.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Application Process

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care, supporting patients in self-care and adherence, and contributing to service improvement, this role offers a career-advancing opportunity where your expertise is valued.

Join a growing team of like-minded professionals at Modality Partnership and make a real difference every day while developing your career.

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£58,133 to £66,274 a year - Band 7-8a - Salary offered is WTE

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

E0281-26-0204

Job locations

Jenner Health Centre

201 Stanstead Road

London

SE23 1HU

United Kingdom

South Lewisham Group Practice

50 Conisborough Crescent

London

SE6 2SP

United Kingdom

Bellingham Green Surgery

24 Bellingham Green

London

SE6 3JB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting documents for a full job description outlining the core responsibilities of this role.

You will thrive if you are driven to implement solutions, improve prescribing practices, and influence service development while working closely with leadership teams.

Please note: Modality Partnership reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.

Pre-employment Requirements

Vaccinations: Mandatory vaccination evidence required (Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella)

Right to work: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK required at interview stage

References: One reference from your current or most recent employer is mandatory

Employment history: Any gaps of six weeks or more must be declared

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

Strong understanding of medicines optimisation
Excellent mathematical and scientific knowledge
Knowledge of prescription drug legislation and regulations
Understanding of long-term condition management
Awareness of clinical governance in Primary Care
Knowledge of local and national healthcare priorities

Personal Qualities

Essential

Commitment to Continuous Professional Development
Flexible and adaptable approach to work
Excellent time management and organisation skills
Professional, accountable, and proactive
Strong team player
Dedicated to delivering excellence in patient care

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent recognised pharmacy qualification.
Registered as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), with no restrictions on practice.
Independent Prescriber qualification.
Completion of Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP) qualification.
Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to clinical pharmacy practice.
Prior experience working in GP practice.

Desirable

Postgraduate clinical pharmacy qualification (e.g. Clinical Diploma or equivalent).
Membership or Fellowship of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS).

Skills

Essential

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong patient-facing consultation ability
Exceptional attention to detail
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Effective team working in a multidisciplinary setting
High-level customer service skills
Competent in IT and specialist clinical systems
Strong problem-solving and leadership capability
Diplomacy and discretion in sensitive situations
Experience in audit or quality improvement projects

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.