Dispensary Manager
The closing date is 10 May 2026.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Dispensary Manager to lead the day‑to‑day operation of one of our busy hospital dispensaries. In this key role, you will ensure the safe, timely and efficient supply of medicines across the Trust, oversee staffing, rotas and workflow, maintain high standards of governance, safety and stock control, and support the ongoing development and performance of the dispensary team. Working closely with pharmacy and clinical colleagues, you will help deliver a smooth, reliable and patient‑centred medicines supply service.
At Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, you will join an innovative, well‑established pharmacy service within one of the UK's leading NHS teaching trusts. You'll benefit from a supportive, collaborative team environment, excellent professional and leadership development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful service improvements. This is a role where your leadership will directly enhance patient care and help shape the future of our medicines supply services.
If you thrive in a dynamic setting, enjoy leading and developing people, and are passionate about delivering high‑quality pharmacy services, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
- Coordinate daily dispensary work to keep services running smoothly.
- Organise staffing and manage workload priorities.
- Maintain accurate stock processes and meet required standards.
- Help develop staff skills and support a positive team culture.
- Contribute to service improvements, including digital developments.
- Work closely with pharmacy and clinical teams to deliver a reliable, patient‑focused medicines service.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees, including commitments to professional development and many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
This role reflects the strong work ethic and supportive culture of our pharmacy team, where patients are always at the centre of everything we do. As Dispensary Manager, you'll work with respectful, dedicated colleagues who value teamwork, communication, and shared success. You'll take ownership by driving improvements, solving problems, and helping shape a safe, efficient medicines supply service.
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Approved or recognised course/qualification meeting the requirements for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
- Undergraduate degree or currently working towards one (Pharmaceutical / Health & Social Care field) or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- A management or leadership qualification, is currently studying for one, or can demonstrate equivalent experience.
- Evidence of short HR‑related courses (e.g., Recruitment & Retention, Appraisals, Managing Attendance, Managing Performance).
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
Experience
- Extensive experience within a hospital pharmacy environment.
- Recent and relevant management or supervisory experience, ideally within hospital pharmacy.
- Knowledge of HR legislation and policies, with experience applying them in practice.
- Recruitment and selection experience.
- Staff development and appraisal experience.
- Experience of managing change within a complex environment.
- Significant experience of working with automated dispensing systems.
Skills and Knowledge
- Highly developed organisational and analytical skills, clearly evidenced through previous managerial or supervisory experience.
- Proven leadership and motivational skills, clearly evidenced through previous supervisory or managerial experience.
- Highly effective communication skills, including active listening and strong written and verbal abilities, demonstrated when working with individuals and groups.
- Proven performance management skills, demonstrated through effective staff development, objective setting and review.
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build positive relationships at all levels.
- Proven ability to manage a complex and demanding workload, maintaining effectiveness under pressure and prioritising tasks appropriately.
- Influencing and persuasion skills, ability to present ideas and proposals effectively.
- Working knowledge of electronic prescribing and pharmacy information systems.
- Good understanding of the national strategic context of the NHS and Trust and departmental strategic objectives.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Pay
£49,387 to £56,515 a year pro rata for part time staff.
Contract
Permanent.
Working pattern
Full‑time.
Reference number
190-1390-DIR.
Job locations
Predominantly Northern General Hospital but is expected to work across all sites if necessary.
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The closing date is 10 May 2026.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Dispensary Manager to lead the day‑to‑day operation of one of our busy hospital dispensaries. In this key role, you will ensure the safe, timely and efficient supply of medicines across the Trust, oversee staffing, rotas and workflow, maintain high standards of governance, safety and stock control, and support the ongoing development and performance of the dispensary team. Working closely with pharmacy and clinical colleagues, you will help deliver a smooth, reliable and patient‑centred medicines supply service.
At Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, you will join an innovative, well‑established pharmacy service within one of the UK’s leading NHS teaching trusts. You’ll benefit from a supportive, collaborative team environment, excellent professional and leadership development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful service improvements. This is a role where your leadership will directly enhance patient care and help shape the future of our medicines supply services.
If you thrive in a dynamic setting, enjoy leading and developing people, and are passionate about delivering high‑quality pharmacy services, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
- Coordinate daily dispensary work to keep services running smoothly.
- Organise staffing and manage workload priorities.
- Maintain accurate stock processes and meet required standards.
- Help develop staff skills and support a positive team culture.
- Contribute to service improvements, including digital developments.
- Work closely with pharmacy and clinical teams to deliver a reliable, patient‑focused medicines service.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees, including commitments to professional development and many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
This role reflects the strong work ethic and supportive culture of our pharmacy team, where patients are always at the centre of everything we do. As Dispensary Manager, you’ll work with respectful, dedicated colleagues who value teamwork, communication, and shared success. You’ll take ownership by driving improvements, solving problems, and helping shape a safe, efficient medicines supply service.
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Approved or recognised course/qualification meeting the requirements for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
- Undergraduate degree or currently working towards one (Pharmaceutical / Health & Social Care field) or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- A management or leadership qualification, is currently studying for one, or can demonstrate equivalent experience.
- Evidence of short HR‑related courses (e.g., Recruitment & Retention, Appraisals, Managing Attendance, Managing Performance).
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
Experience
- Extensive experience within a hospital pharmacy environment.
- Recent and relevant management or supervisory experience, ideally within hospital pharmacy.
- Knowledge of HR legislation and policies, with experience applying them in practice.
- Recruitment and selection experience.
- Staff development and appraisal experience.
- Experience of managing change within a complex environment.
- Significant experience of working with automated dispensing systems.
Skills and Knowledge
- Highly developed organisational and analytical skills, clearly evidenced through previous managerial or supervisory experience.
- Proven leadership and motivational skills, clearly evidenced through previous supervisory or managerial experience.
- Highly effective communication skills, including active listening and strong written and verbal abilities, demonstrated when working with individuals and groups.
- Proven performance management skills, demonstrated through effective staff development, objective setting and review.
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build positive relationships at all levels.
- Proven ability to manage a complex and demanding workload, maintaining effectiveness under pressure and prioritising tasks appropriately.
- Influencing and persuasion skills, ability to present ideas and proposals effectively.
- Working knowledge of electronic prescribing and pharmacy information systems.
- Good understanding of the national strategic context of the NHS and Trust and departmental strategic objectives.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Pay
£49,387 to £56,515 a year pro rata for part time staff.
Contract
Permanent.
Working pattern
Full‑time.
Reference number
190-1390-DIR.
Job locations
Predominantly Northern General Hospital but is expected to work across all sites if necessary.
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