Pharmacy
Pharmacist Foundation Training at Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Chesterfield Royal Hospital is happy to announce that it will be offering two types of pharmacist foundation training programmes for the 2026 - 2027 training year - our 12-month hospital training programme and a split 6-month hospital/6-month community training programme.
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Both programmes include:
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A strong clinical emphasis and focus on direct patient-centred care
A well-structured rotational timetable to support learning and build confidence
Working with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals in core and specialist therapeutic areas such as cardiovascular, respiratory, stroke, surgery, orthopaedics, critical care and paediatrics
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Independent prescribing training for trainees who graduated against the full GPhC learning outcomes
Opportunity to experience specialist pharmacist roles with our large cohort of independent pharmacist prescribers
Flexibility that allows trainees to revisit or experience areas of interest
Regular meetings with the pharmacy team
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Regular meetings with trainee pharmacists and designated supervisors to share practice and keep up-to-date
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Regular workshops aimed at preparing trainees for future practice and the GPhC registration assessment
A foundation year training programme provided by NHS England which complements the work-based training and covers specific areas of the GPhC learning outcomes and Registration Assessment Framework.
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About our 12-month hospital training programme
The hospital training programme has been designed to facilitate the transition from student to clinical practitioner in all aspects of hospital pharmacy practice.
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Following a full induction and workplace orientation, the rotational programme covers a wide range of therapeutic and medicines management areas, including medical & surgical specialties, haematology & oncology, palliative care, emergency care, critical care, paediatrics, and aseptics.
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You will also have an opportunity to arrange a short placement within another sector.
You will also be supported by a Designated Prescribing Practitioner to undertake prescribing training.
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Towards the end of the year trainees are given responsibility for their own patients under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.​​​
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About our split 6-month hospital / 6-month community training programme
This programme is a split post between Chesterfield Royal Hospital and a local branch of a community pharmacy multiple.
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During the hospital placement, a rotational programme will cover a wide range of therapeutic and medicines management areas, including medical & surgical specialties, emergency care, critical care and paediatrics. You will also be supported by a Designated Prescribing Practitioner to undertake prescribing training.
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In community pharmacy, you will have the opportunity to be involved in providing advanced services, receive vaccination training, and develop your communication and consultation skills.
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The full training programme is designed to develop clinical practitioners with the experience and skills to work across different healthcare settings, effectively supporting patients and responding to the challenges faced by the profession today.​​
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How to apply for pharmacist foundation training at Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Applications to all foundation training places in England are via the National Recruitment Scheme run by NHS England (NHSE) - using the ORIEL IT system. For more information visit National Foundation Trainee Pharmacist Recruitment.
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The website provides information on the foundation training application process and recruitment timeline.
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More Information
We will be running a virtual open day session for third year pharmacy undergraduates in 2024.
Virtual session via MS Teams
Tuesday 10th June 2025 11am - 12pm
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Third year undergraduates will have the opportunity to learn about the foundation training programmes on offer and speak to trainee pharmacists.
To book onto the session or for more information, email Beth Rigby at bethany.rigby@nhs.net
Get in touch
If you would like to discuss the opportunities that Chesterfield Royal Hospital can provide then please get in touch with:
Beth Rigby
Senior Clinical Pharmacist - Education and Training
T: 01246 512159
Pharmacy Department,
Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust,
Calow,
Chesterfield,
Derbyshire.
S44 5BL