Pharmacy Dispensary Lead
Location: Denmark Hill, London
Flexibility: On site — this role requires full-time on-site presence in the Outpatient Dispensary at King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill.
Type: Permanent
Salary: £46,400 - £55,100 per annum plus 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, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply to join a dedicated team delivering excellent pharmacy services to patients at King's College Hospital.
Advert Close: 4th August 2026
Interview Date(s): 12th August 2026
There will be a site tour for successful candidates on the 17th August 2026 between 10am - 2pm.
Any queries, please contact [email protected]
