Rotational Band 6 Clinical Pharmacist

Esht; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in East Sussex is looking for dedicated rotational pharmacists to enhance their clinical expertise and leadership skills. The role involves working closely with a range of medical professionals across different specialties, aiming to improve patient outcomes. New graduates and experienced pharmacists are welcome. The position offers structured support for professional growth, including funding for postgraduate qualifications. Join to make a difference in patient care!

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

Staff development opportunities

Access to onsite nurseries

Free psychological support

Affordable onsite parking

Qualifications

• BSc in Pharmacy or equivalent qualification.
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Experience in patient-facing roles within pharmacy is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through surgical, medical and mental health areas as a clinical pharmacist.
• Provide a clinical pharmacy service across various wards.
• Serve as a Practice Supervisor for trainee pharmacists.

Skills

Patient-facing experience

Autonomous clinical practice

Mentoring and training pharmacy staff

Medicines reviews and reconciliation

IT skills in pharmacy

Education

BSc (Pharmacy) / BPharm / MPharm / OSPAP / DPharm

Registration with the GPhC

CPD portfolio

Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy

Practice Supervisor qualification

Job description

We are proud to provide ‘Outstanding’ care and be a great place to work.

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.

We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £700 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.

Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people’s own homes.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as ‘Good’ overall, and ‘Outstanding’ for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated ‘Outstanding’ and Eastbourne DGH was rated ‘Good’ Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.

Job overview

Due to the expansion of our innovative team, we are delighted to offer multiple opportunities for rotational pharmacists.

We welcome applications from trainee pharmacists due to qualify in January 2026, newly qualified pharmacists, community pharmacists, and those already working within hospital pharmacy or other sectors.

We are seeking pharmacists who are committed to developing their clinical expertise and leadership skills, with a strong emphasis on patient‑centred care. This role offers the chance to collaborate with clinicians across sectors in East Sussex, supporting the advancement of practice and contributing to improved patient outcomes.

Progression and development are key priorities for our department. Rotational pharmacists will benefit from experience across a wide range of specialties at both our main hospital sites and community locations, with opportunities to work alongside multi‑sector partners, including the local mental health trust. These rotations are designed to support career progression from post‑registration Foundation training through to Advanced Level Practice.

We also offer structured support for personal and professional growth, including completion of the Newly Qualified Pharmacist Pathway, access to a funded Postgraduate Clinical Certificate in Pharmacy Practice, and future support in gaining an Independent Prescribing qualification.

This post may be based at either Eastbourne District General Hospital or Conquest Hospital in Hastings.

Main duties of the job

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, Hastings/Eastbourne

Rotational Band 6 Clinical Pharmacist.

The post includes rotations in surgical and medical areas with the potential for cancer services and a mental health rotation within Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. Experience within these areas will build key clinical skills and provide a opportunity to develop into a confident practitioner with the support of an experienced pharmacy team.

Under the supervision of our specialist Independent Prescribing Pharmacists, you will work closely with consultants, other medical staff, nurses and pharmacy staff in ensuring that medicine use is safe, rational, effective and evidence based.

The post holder will provide a clinical pharmacy service to a group of wards on a rotational basis and support the dispensary in providing an efficient and timely service. The applicant will also need to join the department weekend and on‑call service on a rota basis following a period of orientation and induction. The successful candidate will be a Practice Supervisor for Trainee Pharmacists and Pharmacy undergraduates.

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto‑enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the job description attached.

If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

Person specification

Qualifications

• BSc (Pharmacy) / BPharm / MPharm / OSPAP/ DPharm
• Registration with the GPhC (Vocational Masters degree in Pharmacy (4yrs) and 1 years pre‑registration / foundation training and experience)
• Registration with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and/or UKCPA
• CPD portfolio that demonstrates an ongoing commitment to personal development and progression through post‑registration Foundation (one of key objectives for progression)
• Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or pharmacy practice or other equivalent post‑graduate qualification/pathway completion (one of key objectives for progression)
• Recognised qualification as Practice and/or Educational Supervisor or equivalent role or equivalent experience (one of key objectives for progression)

\3>Experience

• Experience of patient facing practice or evidence of the application of skills/practice that are suitable for foundation to advanced practice
• Experience of working autonomously with clinicians as a clinical pharmacist (one of key objectives for progression)
• Previous experience in mentoring and training pharmacy staff
• Experience of carrying out medicines reviews and medicines reconciliation for patients on discharge from hospital
• Experience in utilising information technology within the workplace including inputting and retrieving information

Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

Our vision is to be:

• The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.

Our mission is to:

• Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.

Our strategic objectives are to:

• Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
• Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients’ experiences.
• Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.

Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:

• Safe
• Effective
• Caring
• Responsive and
• Well led

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 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

Contact

Name: Gemma Daws

Job title: Operational Site Lead Pharmacist/ Lead Pharmacist

Email address: [e-mail]

Telephone number: 0300 131 4500

Additional information:

Gemma Daws 0300 131 4500 ext. 773453

Operational Site Lead Pharmacist Conquest Hospital

Marie Andrade 0300 131 4724 ext. 734724

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Operational Site Lead Pharmacist Eastbourne Hospital