Advanced Pharmacist - Women's & Children's
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2251 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, and University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2251 Pharmacists Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Advanced Pharmacist to lead and develop clinical pharmacy services within our Women's and Children's Service at the Royal Derby Hospital.
This is an opportunity for a dynamic pharmacist to play a key role in ensuring the safe, effective and cost-efficient use of medicines, while working as part of a highly valued multidisciplinary team. You will provide advanced clinical input, support service development, and contribute to education, training, and governance across the division, working as an integral part of the UHDB Women's & Children's Pharmacy Team.
The post also offers opportunities to contribute to strategic planning, service innovation and workforce development, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care aligned with national priorities and Trust objectives.
Applications are welcomed from experienced pharmacists with an interest in Women's and Children's, regardless of current specialism. If the preferred candidate requires further development to meet the role requirements, a Specialist to Advanced progression post may be considered.
Job description
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Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
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Person specification
Qualifications & Professional Registration
Essential
- GPhC registration
- Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g. NPPG)
Clinical Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Significant post-registration hospital pharmacy experience
- Broad clinical pharmacy knowledge applied to patient care
Desirable
- Specialist experience in Women's & Children's / paediatrics / neonates
Clinical & Analytical Skills
Essential
- Advanced clinical reasoning and ability to manage complex medicines-related problems
- Applies evidence-based practice and analyses clinical data to improve care
Service Development & Management
Essential
- Ability to support safe, effective and cost-efficient use of medicines
Desirable
- Experience in project management, service redesign, or managing change
- Experience with medicines budgets or financial management
- Experience contributing to audit, quality improvement, or service development
Professional Practice & Development
Essential
- Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Desirable
- Independent pharmacist prescriber qualification
About the employer
What we offer
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, so check their own site for the current details.
This role appears to be based at this CQC-rated location:
- Royal Derby Hospital
Derby
GoodRated May 2026
Matched from the job description. Source: Care Quality Commission.
Where this offer sits in the market
Pharmacists (SOC 2251) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~48k in sample- Middle half £42,380–60,424
- Median £51,480
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
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