Deputy Chief Pharmacist, Inpatient, Specialist and Secure Services

Job summaryWe are seeking a highly experienced pharmacist with excellent leadership skills to join our senior pharmacy management team as Deputy Chief Pharmacist. You will lead on the provision of pharmacy and medicines optimisation services to mental health services, and work closely and collaboratively with the lead pharmacists within community health services. Ideally you will have a track record in a similarly complex position at a senior level managing the delivery of operational services, and have a background in mental health services. Main duties of the jobAs Deputy Chief Pharmacist you will represent the service at the highest levels within the Trust, deputising for the Director of Pharmacy at Trustwide and external meetings. You should be able to work on your own initiative as well as within a larger team, and will be supported by the wider Trust pharmacy team. Central to the role is modelling good clinical practice to our ward pharmacists and technicians and inspiring them to perform to their best. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, who demonstrates the values of the Trust and who through their previous experience is in a position to support the Director of Pharmacy in overseeing day-to-day operations and shaping our team for the future. About usValuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you. Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential. Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks. If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling. Benefits27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service. Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay. Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join usSeason ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus. Work that wraps around your needsJob share: Applications for job shares are welcomed. DetailsDate posted21 August 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8cSalary

• 79,504 to 91,609 a year
• per annum
• ContractPermanentWorking pattern
• Full-time

Reference number364-B-388Job locationsUnits E&F Chelford Court, Widford Ind Estate37 Robjohns RoadChelmsfordCM1 3AGUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached job description and person specification for the detailed outline of the job requirements.

• Job description
• Job responsibilitiesPlease see the attached job description and person specification for the detailed outline of the job requirements. Person Specification
• Education/Qualifications

EssentialMaster's Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent acceptable for registration by the General Pharmaceutical CouncilCurrent and continued registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as practicing memberPostgraduate Diploma in mental health pharmacy and therapeutics, or equivalent clinical experienceMember of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and a member or willing to work towards Faculty membershipMember of the College of Mental Health PharmacyDesirableCertificate in Management studies or equivalent management experience

Knowledge

EssentialAbility to influence senior pharmacy, management and healthcare staffAbility to critically evaluate clinical material and disseminate findings to others. Demonstrate an advanced level of clinical knowledge and skillsBroad technical, clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge relating to the promotion of high quality, effective and cost efficient use of medicinesThe ability to identify and manage risks. Good organisational skills e.g. prioritising and time management, managing others, and able to work as part of a team or alone

Skills/Experience

EssentialSignificant post-registration clinical pharmacy experience gained working within a number of specialities within acute, community and mental health settingsExperience of providing relevant pharmacy services within a mental health / learning disability settingExperience of working with senior healthcare professionals outside of pharmacy to achieve goals. Experience of co-ordinating and leading clinical audit and able to demonstrate how it is used to improve practiceExperience of managing, developing and mentoring staff

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

EssentialMaster's Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent acceptable for registration by the General Pharmaceutical CouncilCurrent and continued registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as practicing memberPostgraduate Diploma in mental health pharmacy and therapeutics, or equivalent clinical experienceMember of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and a member or willing to work towards Faculty membershipMember of the College of Mental Health PharmacyDesirableCertificate in Management studies or equivalent management experience

Knowledge

EssentialAbility to influence senior pharmacy, management and healthcare staffAbility to critically evaluate clinical material and disseminate findings to others. Demonstrate an advanced level of clinical knowledge and skillsBroad technical, clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge relating to the promotion of high quality, effective and cost efficient use of medicinesThe ability to identify and manage risks. Good organisational skills e.g. prioritising and time management, managing others, and able to work as part of a team or alone

Skills/Experience

EssentialSignificant post-registration clinical pharmacy experience gained working within a number of specialities within acute, community and mental health settingsExperience of providing relevant pharmacy services within a mental health / learning disability settingExperience of working with senior healthcare professionals outside of pharmacy to achieve goals. Experience of co-ordinating and leading clinical audit and able to demonstrate how it is used to improve practiceExperience of managing, developing and mentoring staffDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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. Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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. Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameEssex Partnership University NHS Foundation TrustAddressUnits E&F Chelford Court, Widford Ind Estate37 Robjohns RoadChelmsfordCM1 3AGUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameEssex Partnership University NHS Foundation TrustAddressUnits E&F Chelford Court, Widford Ind Estate37 Robjohns RoadChelmsfordCM1 3AGUnited KingdomEmployer's website

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