Job Description

Medication Lead

The Nelson Trust is a leading charity supporting people to achieve long-term recovery, wellbeing and independence through trauma-informed, person-centred services.

We are looking for a highly organised and detail-focused Medication Lead to provide oversight and assurance of safe, effective and compliant medication management across our residential treatment houses in Stroud. This is a key governance role, working closely with the Registered Manager to ensure best practice, regulatory compliance and high standards of care.

Salary: £30,500 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
Pension: Auto-enrolment pension (6% employer contribution)
Location: Brimscombe, Stroud

What will you do

• Lead on the safe receipt, storage, administration, stock control and disposal/return of medication across four residential houses
• Oversee and maintain the electronic MAR (eMAR) system, ensuring accuracy and timely recording
• Administer medication when required, in line with competency and safety standards
• Liaise with GP surgeries, pharmacies and healthcare professionals to ensure timely prescribing and supply of medication
• Conduct regular medication audits, identifying risks, trends and areas for improvement
• Monitor, report and investigate medication errors and near misses, embedding learning into practice
• Coordinate all service user healthcare appointments, including follow-up and transport arrangements
• Line manage the Medication Assistant and drivers, providing oversight and support

What we offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Employer pension contribution of 6%
• Access to ongoing training, professional development and supervision
• A supportive, values-led organisation committed to staff wellbeing and development

What we are looking for

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards) is desirable
• Willingness to complete, or currently undertaking, an Advanced Medication Management qualification
• Proven experience of medication administration and audit processes in a care or residential setting
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confidence liaising with healthcare professionals and managing clinical information
• Knowledge of medication governance and safe medicines management (desirable)
• Previous management or supervisory experience (desirable)
• A professional, empathetic and non-judgemental approach aligned with The Nelson Trust values

Applications will be considered as they are received and the advert may close early if suitable candidates are identified.

The Nelson Trust is committed to safeguarding, the successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check

We have become known for the quality of our work and ability to provide bespoke care and support services. While we are proud of our achievements so far, we are ambitious and want to continue to grow and diversify our workforce.

We recognise that employees from different backgrounds bring unique knowledge, perspectives and experiences and we are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from individuals across all sectors of society.

This is an opportunity for new, challenging and highly rewarding experiences. Our staff make a real difference to people’s lives and in return for your commitment and enthusiasm, we offer a comprehensive training and development programme a generous pension scheme and a positive working environment.