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Pharmacy Dispenser Lead

KFM


Job Location:

London - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 47900 - 56950
Posted: 25 September 2026 (13 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 23 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Pharmacy Dispensary Lead

Location: Denmark Hill London

Flexibility:On site this role requires full-time on-site presence in the Outpatient Dispensary at Kings College Hospital Denmark Hill.

Type:Permanent

Salary: 47900 - 56950 per annum up to 12% annual bonus


We are looking for an experienced Dispensary Lead to join our Outpatient Pharmacy team ideally with experience within hospital pharmacy dispensary services. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in leading the day-to-day operations of the dispensary ensuring the safe effective and efficient dispensing of medicines while supporting the Pharmacy Manager in meeting dispensary KPIs.


Key Responsibilities:

Lead the day-to-day operations of the Outpatient Dispensary organising workload and supervising all dispensary staff.

Deputise for the Pharmacy Manager during periods of absence ensuring the smooth running of the dispensary.

Oversee dispensing of outpatient prescriptions controlled drugs and private prescriptions to agreed performance targets.

Review dispensary errors and implement strategies to mitigate risk and improve performance.

Support recruitment induction training and ongoing development of dispensary staff.

Generate and maintain an effective dispensary rota and ensure adequate stock control.


Requirements:

NVQ Level 3 plus accredited underpinning knowledge (e.g. BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science) or equivalent.

Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council of Great Britain.

Relevant experience in a hospital pharmacy including supervisory or operational management experience.

Sound knowledge of the regulations and legislation relevant to pharmacy services.

Strong communication organisational and analytical skills with the ability to manage a team effectively.

Able to work flexibly to support late duty weekend and bank holiday dispensary services.


If you are an experienced pharmacy dispensary professional looking to make a meaningful impact in hospital pharmacy services wed love to hear from you!

Apply to join a dedicated team delivering excellent pharmacy services to patients at Kings College Hospital.


Advert Close:27th September

Interview Date(s): 1st & 2nd October


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