Pharmacy Support Worker
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 February 2026 |
| Location: | Lerwick, Shetland Islands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | NHS Shetland Board |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 236393 |
Summary
Pharmacy Support Worker (Ref: 236393)
Full time 37 hours per week
Band 2 - Salary Range £28,011 - £30,230 per annum
Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our fabulous pharmacy team, as a pharmacy support worker (PSW). The post holder will work alongside Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists to ensure that medicines are provided safely and efficiently within the hospital, vaccination centre and other NHS sites.
The PSW fulfils a vital role within the dispensary receiving and distributing medications, stock management, dispensing of medicines, vaccine service, top up service to wards and departments within the hospital. Other general duties include date checking, cleaning and administrative work including filing.
This post requires a minimum of 3 standard grades or equivalent in English, Mathematics and at least one other subject. Previous experience is not necessary as training will be provided. This role required the post holder to work towards a vocational training programme: SVQ in Pharmacy Services (SCQF Level 6). Time during work will be provided for this training.
You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on http://www.hcswtoolkit.nes.scot.nhs.uk/resources/hcsw-standards-and-codes/
As from 01/04/2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
For an informal discussion, please contact Wendy Mudie or Cara Fraser on 01595 743032
Closing date: 15th February 2026
Interview date: 2nd March 2026
*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line or by calling 0161 850 2004.
Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.
Details of all NHS Scotland Medical Vacancies can be found at
www.medicaljobs.scot.nhs.uk
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Full time 37 hours per week
Band 2 - Salary Range £28,011 - £30,230 per annum
Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our fabulous pharmacy team, as a pharmacy support worker (PSW). The post holder will work alongside Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists to ensure that medicines are provided safely and efficiently within the hospital, vaccination centre and other NHS sites.
The PSW fulfils a vital role within the dispensary receiving and distributing medications, stock management, dispensing of medicines, vaccine service, top up service to wards and departments within the hospital. Other general duties include date checking, cleaning and administrative work including filing.
This post requires a minimum of 3 standard grades or equivalent in English, Mathematics and at least one other subject. Previous experience is not necessary as training will be provided. This role required the post holder to work towards a vocational training programme: SVQ in Pharmacy Services (SCQF Level 6). Time during work will be provided for this training.
You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on http://www.hcswtoolkit.nes.scot.nhs.uk/resources/hcsw-standards-and-codes/
As from 01/04/2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
For an informal discussion, please contact Wendy Mudie or Cara Fraser on 01595 743032
Closing date: 15th February 2026
Interview date: 2nd March 2026
*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line or by calling 0161 850 2004.
Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.
Details of all NHS Scotland Medical Vacancies can be found at
www.medicaljobs.scot.nhs.uk
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.