The Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level will support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in dispensary and ward-based services. Duties may include preparing and issuing medicines, assembling prescriptions, stock control, ordering supplies, maintaining records, and communicating with clinical teams and patients. Candidates are expected to have relevant pharmacy or healthcare experience, good numeracy and literacy, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures accurately. A suitable pharmacy qualification, such as an NVQ or equivalent experience, may be required. The role demands reliability, confidentiality, safe working practices, teamwork, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a busy hospital environment. Training and competency assessment are likely to be provided for local systems and procedures.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing hospital, community, mental health and primary care services across North Wales. It serves a diverse population through major hospitals, district general hospitals, clinics and community facilities across Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham. The organisation employs a large multidisciplinary workforce, including pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, nurses, doctors, therapists, scientists and support staff. Its services cover routine and specialist care, emergency treatment, rehabilitation, public health and mental health support. Employees generally work within NHS Wales policies, professional standards and values focused on safe, compassionate and equitable care. Pharmacy staff contribute to medicines optimisation, patient safety and efficient clinical services in both hospital and community settings.
The United Kingdom offers opportunities in healthcare, technology, education, engineering, finance, retail and skilled trades. NHS employment is widely available, although competition and eligibility requirements vary by occupation. British culture is diverse and generally values punctuality, privacy, politeness and clear communication. Lifestyle choices range from busy cities and historic towns to countryside, mountains and coastal communities; North Wales is known for its Welsh heritage, outdoor activities and comparatively lower living costs than London and southeast England. Public transport is extensive but more limited in rural areas. The UK has a temperate climate and variable weather. Employers normally require the right to work, such as settled status, a visa or other permission. Pharmacy support worker roles may not routinely qualify for Skilled Worker sponsorship, so applicants should check the occupation code, salary threshold and NHS sponsorship policy before relocating. Registration, certificates, accommodation and healthcare arrangements should be organised in advance.
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