Group Medications Services Manager
| Posting date: | 02 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £45,000.00 to £58,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £45000.00 - £58000.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2026 |
| Location: | Ely, CB7 5JD |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A3013-26-0009 |
Summary
Strategic Decision Work collaboratively with Partners and the wider Operations Team, contributing to the design and implementation of the long term strategic direction, culture, and values of the organisation. Develop and articulate a vision for the Medications Services function as a whole which reflects and responds to the collective experience of patients and staff, and wholly integrates the PCN Clinical Pharmacy Team. Oversee and deliver a group-wide strategy for dispensing, procurement, and formulary management, working collaboratively with the GP Partner Lead and the Prescribing Lead GP and the wider teams Leadership, Team Management& Culture Foster a collaborative 'one team', solutions-focused culture where all medicines-related staff proactively support each other to resolve patient needs at the first point of contact Inspire a positive, supportive and collaborative team culture by role modelling effective communication, practical problem solving, and a solutions focused mindset. Work with team managers to develop consistent, integrated workflows that support smooth handoffs between teams and a reliable patient experience. oversee the recruitment, development and performance of all medicines services teams, coaching senior staff to mentor colleagues effectively. Champion technology adoption to improve efficiency and patient experience Performance Oversight Work with the Lead Prescribing GP Partner to establish and lead the Medicines and Prescribing Group Meeting, to assure organisational oversight of overall performance of the Medicines Services function. Partner effectively with the Group Finance manage rand the Procurement Coordinator to assure financial sustainability of both dispensaries. Ensure that the teams maintain full compliance with MHRA, GPhC, DSQS and NHS regulations, including controlled drugs governance, stock control, and prescription services optimisation Ensure that the teams are fluent in relevant NHS contractual obligations and embed these in their approach to service delivery Coordinate substantive and prompt responses to ad hoc medication-related requests (e.g. prescribing, monitoring)from the Commissioner (Central East ICB).