Actionus

South Wales

Pharmacy jobs in Cardiff.

Hospital and primary care networks continue to compete for clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, especially where independent prescribing or aseptic experience is needed. Actionus supplies GPhC-registered pharmacy staff for locum, contract and permanent work across hospital, PCN and community settings.

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Hiring in Cardiff

What the Cardiff market looks like.

Welsh services are organised into health boards rather than trusts, and Cardiff and Vale is the tertiary centre for much of South Wales. Bilingual services are valued in some settings, and the M4 corridor means Newport and Bridgend roles are routinely worked from Cardiff.

Major employers in South Wales

  • —Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
  • —Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
  • —Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
  • —Velindre University NHS Trust

Also covering

Newport · Bridgend · Pontypridd · Barry · Caerphilly · Merthyr Tydfil

Typical settings

  • Hospital pharmacy
  • Primary care networks
  • Community pharmacy
  • Aseptic and homecare units

Common specialities

  • Clinical pharmacy
  • Independent prescribing
  • Aseptic services
  • Medicines information
  • Rotational

Questions

Pharmacy work in Cardiff, answered.

What pharmacy jobs are available in Cardiff?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent pharmacy roles across Cardiff and the wider South Wales area, including hospital pharmacy, primary care networks, community pharmacy. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in Cardiff?
Major healthcare employers in and around Cardiff include Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, Velindre University NHS Trust, alongside independent providers, local authority teams and primary care networks.
What registration do I need to work as a pharmacy professional through Actionus?
You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Cardiff?
If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
How do I get paid for temporary work?
Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.

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