Southern GP Federation Support Unit
Craigavon, County Armagh
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
General Practice Pharmacists Craigavon Federation are recruiting for General Practice Pharmacists to work within GP practices to deliver direct patient care and optimise the safety and quality of medicines management. Position available: 26.25hours Part time, Permanent Essential Criteria: Registration with the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland (PSNI) or eligible for membership. Undergraduate degree in Pharmacy Be willing and committed to undertake the required post-registration Pharmacist Foundation Programme at the earliest opportunity on coming into post. Registered as an Independent Prescriber or be willing and committed to undertake required Independent Prescribing qualification at the appropriate point as determined by Lead General Practice Pharmacist. 3 years post-registration experience in pharmacy by end of September 2025 In-depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing Experience in use of IT Hold a full current driving licence and/or have access to a form of transport which will permit the applicant to meet the requirements of the post in full. This relates to any individual who as declared that they have a disability which debars them from driving. Willingness to travel within locality and Federation group of practices. What We Offer: Annual Leave: 27 days (pro rata) with increments at 5 and 10 years Bank Holidays: 10 Bank Holidays Pension: HSC Pension Scheme - Employer contribution rate of 23.2% Occupational Sick Pay: Enhanced sick pay scheme that increases with service Cycle to Work Scheme: Benefiting from a reduced cost of a new bike and equipment Tech scheme: Benefiting from a reduced cost of tech equipment Employee Assistance Programme: Provided by Lena by Inspire Wellbeing Health Cash Plan: Health Shield To Apply: For more information and to download the applicant information pack please visit Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Wednesday 18th March, 2026. CVs will not be accepted. Important Note: It will be necessary to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI before any appointment to the post. Equal Opportunities Employer: GP Federations are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants.