University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Dispensary Controlled Drugs Co-ordinator
The closing date is 25 October 2026
Are you innovative and forward thinking? This may be the position you’re looking for.
We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Senior Pharmacy Assistant Team as a Controlled Drugs co-ordinator, where you will provide support in delivering a high quality service to all Pharmacy customers.
This position would suit someone with a keen eye for detail and an interest in Controlled Drug processes. Someone who is able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, including other healthcare professionals and members of the public. You will be a good team player, enthusiastic and proactive with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for co-ordinating the daily operational CD dispensing processes within the CD room to ensure the provision of a safe, effectiveand efficient dispensing service ismaintained and ensuring compliance with necessary regulations at all times.
Working in the pharmacy at Queens Hospital, Burton will include-
- Labelling and dispensing inpatient and outpatient prescriptions and discharge medication.
- Meeting and greeting customers/staff/patients at the reception hatch, accepting outpatient prescriptions and taking prescription charges.
- Completing ward top ups and expiry dating.
Closing date of applications: 26 October 2026
Date of interview: 12 November 2026
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
- On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
- We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
- UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
Job responsibilities
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Skilled 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).
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
- GCSE grade 4 or equivalent in Maths and English or proven equivalent level of experience and knowledge within the same or similar role.
- GPhC approved Level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services or currently working towards the qualification.
Knowledge
- Proven experience of working in a customer facing role, ideally within an NHS setting
- Ability to use automated / electronic systems
- Demonstrates willingness to undertake relevant training pertinent to role
- Knowledge of pharmacy services
- Previous experience of working in a Hospital pharmacy Dispensary department
- Knowledge of or have had previous experience of Controlled Drug processes.
Skills and Ability
- Ability to work towards deadlines and time management under supervision.
- Works autonomously as situation requires.
- Excellent organisational skills
- Demonstrates a problem solving approach, i.e. discrepancies in stock levels, incomplete prescription details.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
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