Pharmacy Dispenser Lead


Company:	KFM
Salary:	£47,900 - £56,950 + up to 12% annual bonus
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, SE5 9RS
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Sept 2026
Closing date:	23 Oct 2026

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Role overview

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: £47,900 - £56,950 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, 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: 27th September

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

Any queries, please contact kch-tr.kfmrecruitment@nhs.net

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