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Job overview We have a vacancy for enthusiastic Pharmacy Assistant who will be responsible for topping up wards, receiving deliveries and providing administration support for Procurement and Distribution Team We are looking for someone with a good understanding of spoken and written English, basic Maths, basic IT and good communication skills in order to deal with a wide variety of pharmacy staff and ward staff. You should be able to follow procedures closely and be able work well in a team or alone to provide a high-quality patient-focused service. Main duties of the job You will work as part of a team of Pharmacy Assistants by assisting with the accurate receipt of medicines into the Hospital and the replenishment of medicines used on the wards. You must have excellent attention to detail and be willing to undertake a training module relating to the job role. We support training and progression throughout the Pharmacy Department. Working for our organisation We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care. Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team. We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued. Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person specification Combined Values Essential criteria - Combined Values Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential criteria - GCSE English or equivalent - GCSE Math or equivalent Experience/Knowledge Essential criteria - Manual handling Desirable criteria - Warehousing/Stores work - Customer Service Skills - Previous Hospital experience - Good understanding of Pharmacy HS issues Skills/Abilities Essential criteria - Good communication skills - Good interpersonal skills - Basic computer skills - Good team player - Initiative - Flexible approach - Physically fit and able to lift 10kg boxes Please be advised that: The recruitment process for all admin and clerical roles at Bands 2-4 will be a two stage recruitment process whereby shortlisted candidates will undertake an online literacy, numeracy, ICT and typing test. Only those candidates who pass the competency test will proceed to a formal interview. The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria for this post will be shortlisted. Please note that where high volumes of applicants have been received, additional criteria may on occasion be used to determine the final shortlist. 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 (Opens in a new tab). We are an accredited Living Wage Employer.