Medication Lead

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...