Head of Controlled Drugs Accountable Officer Team

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Medical Directorate in the Midlands region, as the Head of Controlled Drugs. The post holder will lead the provision of an efficient, effective, high quality professional and well co-ordinated CDAO service capable of meeting all statutory, regulatory and NHS requirements ensuring alignment with the activity of the organisation The post holder will be responsible for managing the team's business support function, including developing and managing the team's annual business plan, progress and dashboard reporting and risk and issue management and working alongside the CDAOs to ensure that NHSE Midlands is delivering legal requirements relating to controlled drugs legislation, As Head of CDAO Team, the post holder will work as part of a dynamic team in delivering an effective service supporting managers and staff across the CDAO remit. The post holder will lead the provision of an efficient, effective and high quality professional and well co-ordinated CDAO service capable of meeting all statutory, regulatory and NHS requirements ensuring alignment with the activity of the organisation., NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you'll usually need to be paid the 'standard' salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the 'going rate' for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on the Government website.

This post is advertised on a 0.6WTE basis and we welcome applications from registered and practising pharmacists, with good experience and understanding of Controlled Drugs regulations. Essential criteria for the role includes:

• Pharmacy (masters) degree (4 years) + 1 year pre-registration qualification.
• Pharmacist, registered with and a practicing member of the General Pharmaceutical Council.
  
  The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.