About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Clinical Pharmacist to provide one year maternity cover to the Kent and Medway Children and Young People’s Mental Health Service (CYPMHS) within the Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust.
This role will cover Kent CYPMHS services in Ashford and Medway, with the base at Lenworth Clinic in Ashford and may involve periodic travel to other sites across the Trust.
The purpose of the role is to lead the medication‑related aspects of care within CYPMHS, providing expert medicines information, delivering education and training, and offering group and one‑to‑one support for children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a high‑quality clinical pharmacy service within CYPMHS, optimising patient outcomes, enhancing patient experience and supporting care pathways across Kent and Medway in partnership with wider healthcare providers.
- Contribute to improved health outcomes by taking a holistic approach to care and ensuring the safe, effective use of medicines within CYPMHS.
- Engage directly with children, young people, and their families, ensuring that their views inform decisions about their care.
- Promote improvements in the quality, safety and cost‑effectiveness of medicines use and support holistic management of clinical conditions across CYPMHS.
- Line‑manage Pharmacy Technicians within CYPMHS.
- Participate in the clinical pharmacist on‑call rota.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Hold or be working towards an independent prescribing qualification.
- Hold a postgraduate qualification in pharmacy.
- Possess experience in mental health.
- Have a full, valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business purposes (unless a disability under the Equality Act 2010 applies).
- Ability to travel periodically to other sites within Kent and Medway.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are serious about diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including under‑represented communities.
Closing Date
This advert closes on Tuesday 14 Apr 2026.
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