Senior Dispensing Assistant | Greater Manchester Mental …

An exciting opportunity to work in the prison sector as part of the pharmacy team at HMP Manchester. The role involves supporting pharmacy services and medicine administration within the prison setting.

• Posting date: 05 May 2026
• Salary: £25,760 – £27,476 per annum pro rata
• Hours: Full time (37.5 hours Monday to Friday)
• Closing date: 04 June 2026
• Location: Manchester, M60 9AH
• Company: Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: 7798761/437-7798761

You must have been in the UK for twelve months prior to applying and be able to provide a six‑year address history to complete the prison clearance. The successful candidate will carry out labelling, dispensing, ordering and communicating with other healthcare team members to resolve problems, while contributing to the development of the service.

The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse team. Working hours are 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday.

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 29 after five years and 33 days after ten years
• Excellent pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card discounts

This advert closes on Tuesday 19 May 2026.