Oncology Pharmacy Assistant Dispensary – Kent and Medway ICS Only

Company: Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
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Location: Maidstone
Job Description:

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

  • GCSE Grade C or above in English Literature and Maths.

Desirable criteria

  • NVQ customer services
  • NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services

Experience/Knowledge

Essential criteria

  • Experience of dealing with members of the public in a service capacity

Desirable criteria

  • Experience of working in a hospital or other healthcare environment
  • Experience of working in pharmacy
  • Some experience using computers (ECDL)
  • Knowledge of prescription charges and exemptions

Skills

Essential criteria

  • Good command of the English Language
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to plan, prioritise and organise workload

Desirable criteria

  • IT literate
  • Proven customer care skills
  • Quick and accurate dispensing

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Please note: This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. In line with the UK Immigration Rules and Home Office Sponsorship Guidance, employers may only sponsor individuals for roles that meet strict eligibility, salary, and compliance requirements. Where a role does not meet these criteria, organisations are prohibited from assigning a Certificate of Sponsorship. Applicants must therefore already hold a valid immigration status and ongoing right to work in the UK in order to be considered.

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints, and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that experts in the workplace assess our staff and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here:

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Posted: October 12th, 2026