South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust – Pharmacist Band 6 to 7 Development Post – Closing date: 01 July 2026
A fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. We welcome applications from qualified pharmacists and trainee pharmacists qualifying in Summer 2026 who are looking for a structured and supportive development pathway.
The post is based at Fieldhead Hospital, Wakefield with occasional travel to other trust localities. It offers a Band 6 to 7 progression route for those new to mental health or newly qualified. Progression to Band 7 is based on meeting the Band 7 person specification and demonstrating consistent competence across the internal development framework and engagement in postgraduate study. If the Band 7 competencies are not met within the agreed timeframe, the postholder will continue at Band 6 with an updated development plan, targeted support and regular review.
Applicants who already hold a postgraduate diploma and/or certificate in mental health pharmacy may be considered directly at Band 7.
The successful applicant will join a supportive, friendly and forward‑thinking team, encouraged to grow confidence and clinical skills, apply learning in practice and develop into the pharmacy professional you aspire to be.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up‑to‑date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Main duties of the role
The post holder will provide pharmacy services across a range of mental health settings, including inpatient wards, forensic units, community mental health teams and learning disability services. The role also involves working closely with primary care and wider healthcare teams through medicines information, advice and guidance to both professionals and patients.
Key responsibilities
- Provision of clinical pharmacy services to allocated teams.
- Delivery of high‑quality, patient‑focused pharmaceutical care.
- Providing medicines information and advice to healthcare professionals and patients.
- Active contribution to multidisciplinary teams where pharmacy input is valued and supported.
- Participation in clinical audit and quality improvement activities.
- Contribution to pharmacy team meetings and service development.
- Undertaking postgraduate study as part of the Band 6‑7 development pathway.
- Participation in the Saturday, Bank Holiday and on‑call rotas.
Qualifications and experience
- GPhC registration as a Pharmacist.
- Membership of CMHP and/or RPS.
- Supplementary prescribing qualification (for Band 7).
- Post‑registration experience as a pharmacist in a hospital pharmacy setting.
- Experience in providing medicines information and education to users, carers and healthcare professionals.
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems.
- Experience of supervising and directing junior staff.
- Computer literate – pharmacy systems, Microsoft Office and internet searching.
Training and development
- Band 6: Willingness to undertake further training such as a Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (general, community or psychiatric).
- Band 7: Evidence of continuing professional development in line with GPhC and competency in mental health pharmacy.
- Both bands: Commitment to undertake postgraduate study as part of the Band 6‑7 development pathway.
Personal attributes
- Professional manner and adaptability.
- Self‑motivated and a team player.
- Good communication and computer skills.
- Positive attitude towards audit planning and delivery.
- Ability to undertake duties and demands of the post.
Other requirements
- Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential; reasonable adjustments considered for inability to drive due to disability.
- Background checks: The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
- Role meets the minimum requirements for UK Visas and Immigration sponsorship of candidates to work in the UK.
Salary
£39,959 to £56,515 per year – Band 6 to 7 development role.
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