Pharmacy Support Worker - Logistics | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £25,272 - £25,272 per annum per annum pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 10 April 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7863468/188-CL040326 |
Summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
This vacancy does not meet the Home Office threshold for sponsorship; therefore we are unable to accept applications from candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK.
The Pharmacy Logistics Department at University Hospital Southampton have opportunities for enthusiastic, reliable and friendly individuals who can work accurately as part of a supportive team.
The main function of the role is to manage stock medicines for wards and units by visiting different areas of the hospital. This includes tasks such as ordering, stock rotation and expiry monitoring using IT systems. This role involves liaising regularly with pharmacy and ward staff but doesn't involve direct patient contact. As part of the larger pharmacy team we are constantly evolving to meet service demand.
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone wanting to pursue a career in pharmacy. You will be trained in-house, gaining competencies in aspects of pharmacy top up and distribution work. There will be the opportunity to gain a recognised accredited qualification in pharmacy supply if desire, but this is not essential for the role.
We are a friendly diverse team of approximately 20 people working together aiming to provide the best possible service.
The main tasks of the role are:
Stock management
Ward Based stock control
Keeping drug cupboards tidy and organised
Supporting projects to improve the service.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
This is a physically demanding role based in a ward and store environment. Work on ward areas does not involve patient contact. You will be trained in-house gaining competencies in aspects of pharmacy top up and distribution work. There may be the opportunity to gain a recognised accredited qualification in Pharmacy supply if desired but it is not essential for the role.
We are looking for friendly and reliable applicants. You will need to have:
The ability to work in a team and independently;
Accurate working with attention to detail;
Good proven standard of numeracy and literacy;
IT skills;
A good standard of health, fitness and mobility as this work can be strenuous with periods of repetitive lifting at times; and
Good written and verbal communication skills.
This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Mar 2026