Join Our Pharmacy Team
We are looking for a motivated and flexible Pharmacy Assistant to join our Pharmacy Department on a Flexi-Bank basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a busy healthcare environment, supporting the safe and efficient supply of medicines while delivering excellent customer service to patients and colleagues.
As a key member of the team, you will assist with stock management, support pharmacy operations, and provide a welcoming and professional service at the Pharmacy Reception.
About us
At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modern private hospital, which opened in 1907 and has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC. We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and have a beautiful setting in the middle of the Kent countryside.
Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the stock control of pharmaceutical products, including intravenous fluids and irrigation solutions.
- Support the ordering, receipt, storage, rotation, and distribution of pharmaceutical stock.
- Provide assistance to patients and customers at the Pharmacy Reception, ensuring a professional and friendly service.
- Receive prescriptions from patients and assist with the sale of appropriate General Sales List (GSL) medicines.
- Assist with the creation, testing, review, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to pharmaceutical stock management.
- Maintain accurate stock records and support inventory management processes.
- Follow all Pharmacy policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Work collaboratively with pharmacy colleagues to ensure the efficient delivery of services.
- Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and organised working environment.
Skills and experience required
Essential Criteria
- Good understanding of basic mathematical principles with the ability to manipulate numbers and perform basic calculations accurately.
- Experience and confidence in using computer systems and software applications.
- Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and work accurately within established processes.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
- Evidence of strong customer service skills and awareness.
- Ability to undertake the physical demands of the role, including regular lifting and carrying of pharmaceutical boxes.
- Willingness to undertake and successfully complete an NVQ Level 2 qualification, which is a mandatory requirement of the role (full support will be provided where necessary).
- Previous experience in a pharmacy, healthcare, or similar environment.
Desirable Criteria
- Previous experience of stock control, inventory management, and record keeping.
- Understanding of medicines handling processes and pharmacy operations.
If you are organised, customer-focused, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits include
- Competitive hourly rates
- 1-hour annual leave generated for every 8.25 hours worked
- Free parking
- Free Flu vaccinations
- Free tea and coffee
- Subsidised on site Restaurant
“I love working at Benenden Hospital, it’s a beautiful location in the countryside”, “the whole organisation is supportive”, “it’s the team, the team are amazing”, “Benenden is a bit like a family”, “the whole atmosphere is brilliant”
These are just some of the reasons why more than 400 people work at Benenden Hospital which has a long history of caring since it was founded in 1907.
How to apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please complete and submit our application form with your CV attached.
Please note this vacancy may close prior to the closing date without notice, if a sufficient number of applications are received
A member of the HR team will be in contact after the vacancy closes.
If you have further questions please email kentcareers@benenden.org.uk
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We’re an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life. This includes people with disabilities, people from all gender identities, individuals from all ethnic backgrounds, and those who are neurodivergent.
We actively encourage applications from groups that may be under‑represented within our workforce.
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