Relief pharmacist - open to Scottish trainee pharmacists

Location: Edinburgh, Central Belt
Salary: £55,250.00 - £66,690.00 / year

If you are looking for variety to your day as a relief pharmacist within an independent pharmacy group that values and supports their pharmacists, then the search is over!

Trainee pharmacists with knowledge of the Scottish pharmacy contract are encouraged to apply.

Full time and part time positions available.

This role is ideal for newly qualified (NQ) pharmacists and experienced pharmacists alike, who enjoy different learning experiences across various branches within the same organisation. If you find job satisfaction in collaborating with colleagues to enhance service delivery in different communities, this may well suit your requirements.

Locations will mainly be Edinburgh, with some occasional visits to the Borders. If visits are longer than one day, accommodation and meals will be provided.

Additional training and support will be offered as part of your role to ensure that you are able to deliver all services, including being supported as you undertake the independent prescriber (IP) qualification.

Key duties

Your responsibilities will include optimising the delivery of dispensing and professional services as well as overseeing the implementation of the Scottish pharmacy contract, reporting directly to the branch manager. Your role will be crucial in assisting the growth of our teams and ensuring that we meet the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) standards of practice.

Package and benefits

• Monday to Friday, alternate Saturdays
• From 3 to 6 days per week
• Potential earnings: £55,250 per annum (full time newly qualified) up to £66,690 per annum (full time experienced)
• 33 days holiday
• Bonuses available in addition to basic salary (to be discussed)
• Company pension
• Mileage allowance

Essential requirements

• Must be a qualified pharmacist in the UK (or taking summer 2026 GPhC exams)
• Must have GPhC registration (once qualified)