Senior Pharmacy Support Worker | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust in Southampton inSouthampton PUBLISHED MON 27 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Senior Pharmacy Support Worker | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust Job details Posting date: 27 October 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: £24,937 - £26,598 per annum or per annum pro rata Hours: Part time Closing date: 26 November 2025 Location: Southampton, SO16 6YD Company: University Hospital Southampton NHS FT Job type: Permanent Job reference: 7576841/188-CL371025 Apply for this job Summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for the detailed job description of the role. Join our team at the University Hospital Southampton as an Advanced Pharmacy Support Worker, where you'll play a vital role in assisting with the smooth operation of our oncology pharmacy. You will work as part of the oncology pharmacy team to assemble, manufacture and delivery oncology medication to our patients. We're looking for individuals with a keen eye for detail, who can thrive in a busy environment and who has excellent communication skills. Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information. At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute. The post will involve working in our brand-new aseptic suite as part of a team of experienced technicians and support workers. Your main duties will include: Passing and continuing to maintain required spray/wipe and broth validations Accurately and safely manufacturing treatments using aseptic technique, (including novel and clinical trial medicines) following standard operating procedures Covering reception duties when required including greeting other healthcare professionals, taking phone calls, and receiving in and sending prescriptions whilst maintaining confidentiality Taking responsibility for the completion of daily documentation as required for an aseptic unit This advert closes on Monday 10 Nov 2025