Job Summary
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist to join its well-established rotational training programme.
The role offers structured support from Principal and Senior Pharmacists, with rotations across multiple specialties, including:
Acute Medicine
Gastroenterology
Respiratory
Oncology/Aseptic Services
Cardiology
Care of Elderly/Frailty
Medicines Information
Patient Services
Paediatrics
Women’s Services
Mental Health (KMPT)
Trauma and Orthopaedics
Surgery
Future plans include expanding rotations into Mental Health and General Practice.
The Trust supports development through the Foundation Pharmacist Framework and encourages involvement in training other staff across the department. Current Trainee Pharmacists are welcome to apply. The primary base will be Fordcombe Hospital, with the Mental Health rotation delivered via Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust.
Main Duties
Optimise patient care during hospital stay and discharge.
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, liaising with doctors, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals.
Provide ward-based care during clinical rotations, engaging directly with patients.
Collaborate closely with the Medicines Management Technician team on wards.
Participate in weekend, Bank Holiday, late night, and on-call rotas.
The Trust places emphasis on developing foundation pharmacists into senior team members, providing opportunities for growth.
About Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Ranked among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide.
Named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East (NHS Staff Survey 2023 & 2024).
A large acute hospital trust serving 600,000 residents across West Kent and East Sussex.
Provider of specialist cancer services to over two million people via the Kent Oncology Centre.
Employs a diverse team of 8,000+ staff.
Fordcombe Hospital, part of the Trust since October 2024, specialises in planned care and offers:
Two operating theatres
28 inpatient and day-care beds
Diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, Endoscopy)
Consultation and treatment rooms
The Trust is committed to flexible working and aims to accommodate individual staff needs wherever possible.
Benefits
At least 27 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme (20.6% employer contribution + life assurance)
Blue Light Card eligibility
Additional staff benefits (detailed in benefits documents)
Job Details
Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £38,682 – £46,580 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference Number: 359-7383006-T2-A
Location: Fordcombe Hospital, Fordcombe Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 0RD
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential:
Master’s degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent)
Trainee Pharmacist (Pre-Registration) training and experience
Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
Desirable:
Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
Postgraduate certificate/diploma in a pharmaceutical specialty
Experience & Knowledge
Essential:
Suitable for newly registered pharmacists, pharmacists, or current Trainee Pharmacists
Strong clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge (cost-effective use of medicines)
Experience delivering a high-quality pharmacy service
Desirable:
Hospital clinical/dispensary pharmacy experience
Multidisciplinary team working experience
Awareness of NHS changes and initiatives (e.g. NICE, NSF)
Understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management
Skills
Essential:
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to plan, prioritise, and organise workload
Willingness to seek advice from senior staff when necessary
Effective customer service skills
Desirable:
Teaching ability
IT and word processing proficiency
Good time management
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, including regulated checks for vulnerable adults and children.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications are welcome from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship. From 6 April 2017, applicants must provide a criminal record certificate from each country lived in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years (applies to adult dependants as well).
UK Registration
Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this role, visit the official website for more information — click here to apply now.