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Closest occupation match: SOC 2235, Registered mental health nurses. Pay for this occupation is set by national pay scales (NHS bands), so no single Home Office going rate applies.
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Job summary
The Senior Pharmacy Assistant performs a wide range of duties within the mental health dispensary essential to providing a comprehensive dispensing and distribution service.
Expected interview date: 06/11/2026
Main duties of the job
Dispensing for in-patients and out-patients according to standard operating procedures.
Co-ordinating the supply of items that are owed to patients, checking order levels are adequate for supply and resolving any supply issues.
Dispensing controlled drugs according to standard operating procedures.
Re-stock the dispensary shelves with backup stock from the stores department.
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About us
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.
With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.
As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Details
Date posted
13 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year (pa, pro rata if part time)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Term time hours
Reference number
318-26-T0664
Job locations
Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
Great Western Road
Gloucester
GL1 3NN
United Kingdom
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