Locum Pharmacy Dispenser

Job description

Locum Pharmacy Dispenser

Location: Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 
Pay Rate: £16.88 per hour (via Umbrella)
Contract: Locum | 8–10 Weeks

Hours: 22.75hrs per week
Start Date: W.C. 22nd June 2026
System: SystmOne (S1)

Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a Locum Pharmacy Dispenser to support a GP Practice in Downham Market. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced dispenser seeking a part-time assignment within a primary care setting.

Shift Pattern
Tuesdays: 13:15 – 18:30 (5 hrs 15 mins)
Wednesdays: 08:00 – 13:15 (5 hrs 15 mins)
Thursdays: 08:00 – 13:15 (5 hrs 15 mins)
Fridays: 08:00 – 18:30 (10 hours, including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break)

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions accurately in line with practice procedures and legal requirements.
• Process repeat prescriptions and medication requests.
• Manage prescription queries from patients and clinicians.
• Liaise with GPs, pharmacists, and wider clinical staff regarding medication issues.
• Maintain accurate patient medication records using the clinical system.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and medication storage.
• Ensure compliance with dispensing regulations, confidentiality requirements, and health and safety procedures.
• Support the dispensary team with administrative duties as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Pharmacy Dispenser within a GP Practice or Community Pharmacy.
• Experience using SystmOne (S1)
• Strong understanding of dispensing procedures and medication management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

To apply or find out more, please contact Eleanor on  eleanor.binns@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208963

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Downham Market

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

09-06-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English