Job Introduction
Join our NHS 111 team and make every call count.
NHS 111 Lead Pharmacist
Part time, Permanent, 15 hours
Location: Derby
At DHU Healthcare, every role matters. We're a team driven by compassion, respect, and encouragement, where contributions are valued and every voice is heard. Together, we make an impact and help shape the future for our patients, colleagues, and communities.
DHU Healthcare has been providing the support patients need for more than 30 years. Today, we're proud to be the largest NHS 111 provider in the country, rated OUTSTANDING by the Care Quality Commission. Our teams answer around one in every four NHS 111 calls made across England, providing mil lions of people with safe, compassionate advice when they need it most.
As an NHS 111 Lead Pharmacist, you will support the Head of Pharmacy with the oversight and mentorship of the integrated Urgent Care ( IUC ) Pharmacist team.
You will be responsible for the regular auditing of team members, annual appraisals and other administration requirements. you will also contribute towards the further development of the pharmacy team, as well as reviewing Datix submissions, providing feedback from patients and colleagues and encouraging the engagement of the team within the wider healthcare divisions.
Being an active member of the NHS 111 service provision team is vital, with a solid foundation and expertise in providing high- quality advice to patients via a telephone service, demonstrating patient- centred care with all decision- making processes
Key areas of accountability and responsibility:
- Leadership
- Confident and active member of the IUC pharmacy team.
- Promotion of General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) code of conduct.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to strengthen team relationships.
- Role modelling of the behaviours associated with our CARE values.
- Engage team with networking opportunities and training.
Communication - Readily available and approachable for all staff members within the pharmacy team and beyond.
- Provision of regular written, and verbal, feedback regarding professional and clinical performance in the form of audits and other communications i.e. from clinical shift leads.
- Provide monthly support/delivery of team meetings.
- Ability to confidently communicate with external stakeholders and internal relations. Clinical Governance
- Undertake monthly audits and annual appraisals.
- Participate in the clinical governance requirements within the wider work of the organisation.
- Practice within the parameters of company policies, protocols and guidelines.
- Provide quality improvement suggestions and highlight any shortfalls.
- Abide by Health and Safety legislation appropriate EU Directives and COSHH regulations are maintained.
- Participate in research and development activities.
- Address and review Datix reports in a timely manner Administrative Duties
- Manage time sheet, annual leave and payroll queries.
- Ensure continuous and prompt communication links between departments and staff members.
- Keep up-to-date with emails and Teams messages.
- Prompt attendance and thorough preparation in advance of meetings. Education development
- Participate in supervision of other healthcare professions within the company.
- Undertake clinical consultations within the DHU Healthcare services.
- Awareness of individuals’ mandatory training progress and upkeep – including own.
- Take part in future interviews, inductions and onboarding of new staff. Professional
- Abide by regulatory requirements and standards of the GPhC.
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD) showcasing competency and a genuine desire to procure.
- Represent the profession and uphold image of DHU Healthcare and all healthcare disciplines. Wellbeing Accountabilities
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and psychologically safe workplace.
- Monitor team wellbeing and act early to address stress, disengagement, or burnout.
- Manage workloads fairly, promote work-life balance, and support colleagues returning to work.
- Proactively signpost and support the use of wellbeing resources, including EAP (Hapi) services, such as counselling or other relevant support. Inclusion & Belonging
- Lead a team culture where all employees feel respected, valued, heard, and able to contribute fully.
- Model inclusive leadership behaviours in decision-making, communication, and collaboration.
- Create an environment where every team member experiences a strong sense of belonging and can succeed. Team Engagement
- Lead and maintain a highly engaged team through effective communication, coaching-led leadership, regular recognition and meaningful check-ins.
- Promote continuous development by supporting development opportunities, proactively acting on feedback and encouraging participation in engagement initiatives.
What you will bring:
- Registered as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhc)
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent written, IT and verbal communication skills
- Ability to relate to people at all levels, and deal with senior colleagues with confidence
- Experience and excellent understanding of community pharmacy services
- Understanding of NHS services and relationships with other organisations/service providers
- Experience of utilising information sources to retrieve evidence-based information
- Minimum three years post-qualification
- Ability to work calmly and in an organised fashion in an unpredictable environment
- Up-to-date maintenance of CPD
We'll support your health, happiness and future with benefits that put you first: • Access to the NHS pension scheme (we'll also honour your existing NHS pension pot and holiday entitlement if you're transferring) • Wellbeing support • Flexible working options • Career growth and development opportunities For more information on the full range of benefits available Click here
Learning, leading, shaping healthcare.
At DHU Healthcare, we support your growth at every stage of your career. With clear career paths, tailored training, and the DHU Academy, you'll have the tools and the encouragement to explore new skills and opportunities, take the next step, and make an impact. From leadership programmes and apprenticeships to essential role-specific training, development is part of how we work and shape healthcare together.
A culture where differences matter
We believe great care Starts with people feeling valued, respected and supported. That's why we're proud to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and welcome colleagues from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates to share any support or reasonable adjustments they may need during the recruitment process. We proudly support the Armed Forces community, recognising the strengths and dedication they bring. For more information on how DHU can support you, please click here.
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