Tesco
Duty Pharmacy Manager - Leighton Buzzard
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Duty Pharmacy Manager – Tesco Pharmacy
About the Role
At Tesco, people are at the heart of everything we do, and this couldn’t be truer for our pharmacy team. As a Duty Pharmacy Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact on others’ lives. Whether you’re supporting pharmacists, providing top-notch services to customers, or fostering community spirit, your work will touch the lives of hundreds of people every day.
We want to help you be at your best, whatever life brings:
- Uninterrupted "me time" away from the pharmacy to relax, refuel, and recharge.
- Career progression with leadership training plans from industry experts.
- Open-door policy where your ideas for improvement will be heard and acted upon.
You’ll feel fulfilled, knowing you’re making a real difference—doing good, feeling good, and developing your career.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
- Supplying prescriptions, delivering NHS and private services, and providing healthcare advice to customers.
- Taking an active role in our charities support program, offering guidance to people affected by cancer, heart disease, and diabetes within the community.
- Assisting the Pharmacy Manager in leading, training, and developing colleagues.
- Supporting the Pharmacy Manager in building relationships with Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and GP surgeries.
- Ensuring accurate payment claims for NHS-covered items.
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Requirements
To be considered for this role, you’ll need:
- A Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent qualification).
- A passion for leading and empowering a team.
- Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) and a willingness to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme (assistance provided after offer).
- Completion of a DBS check (arranged by Tesco) before starting employment.
Benefits
Our pharmacies are led by pharmacists, and we’re committed to continuous improvement. Join us for a secure, flexible work environment with excellent benefits, including:
- GPhC fee covered annually.
- 25 days holiday (plus a personal day) + Bank Holidays.
- Buy holiday salary sacrifice scheme for extra savings.
- Up to £2,000 savings per year on Tesco purchases.
- Annual bonus (up to 20% of salary).
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Parental leave: 26 weeks paid maternity/adoption leave (after 1 year) + 13 weeks statutory pay, plus 4 weeks paid paternity leave.
- Right to request flexible working from day one.
- Exclusive Tesco Pharmacy training in partnership with Diabetes UK, Cancer Research UK, and British Heart Foundation.
- Structured Leadership Development Plan with industry specialists.
- Colleague discounts on everyday purchases.
- UK Health and Social Care Visa assistance (for eligible candidates).
- Access to our colleague networks for support and connection.
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About Us
Our Duty Pharmacy Managers are backed by wider teams—including security, stock replenishment, range management, and administration—to ensure a seamless experience for customers while prioritising safety.
Tesco Pharmacies offers high flexibility in work rotas, allowing overlap periods for collaborative patient care discussions and colleague development. We embrace flexible working throughout the application process, whether you’re just starting your career or balancing life changes like parenthood, caring, or retirement.
At Tesco, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) is central to our values. We believe everyone should feel represented, valued, and able to be themselves at work. Everyone’s Welcome.
Ts & Cs
- Tesco recruits individuals who have passed the school leaver’s age. For role requirements (e.g., early hours or operational shifts), candidates must be over 18.
- Some roles close early due to high application volumes—apply early for best consideration.
- Only interviewed candidates receive individual feedback.
- Job offers are conditional on providing bank details by the agreed start date.
For more details, visit www.tescoplc.com.
Tesco is a Disability Confident Leader, committed to accessibility. Additional assistance is available—explore our inclusive recruitment support here.
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