Pharmacist Opportunity with Boots in Kelso
Pharmacy Name: Boots
Contact Name: Kaley Lawson
Contact Email: kaley.lawson@boots.co.uk
Health Board: Borders
Closing Date: 31st March 2026
Website: http://www.boots.jobs/jobs/269669br-pharmacist-kelso-the-square-2
This is a great opportunity to join a well-supported, community-focused pharmacy with a strong team. You’ll be working alongside a pharmacy technician and an experienced dispensing team.
We welcome Independent Prescribers (IP) and are supportive of developing and using your clinical skills within the role.
The town has one GP surgery, and we have a very good working relationship with them.
A stable, friendly pharmacy with great support and plenty of opportunity to make an impact.
For a friendly, informal conversation: kaley.lawson@boots.co.uk
What You’ll Be Doing
Our pharmacists make a real difference in the communities we look after, delivering trusted care, advice and services that put patients first. In this role, you’ll use your clinical expertise every day, surrounded by a brilliant team and tools.
Key Responsibilities
Delivering NHS, locally commissioned, and private services using both in‑store and digital tools
Leading professional and legal standards for patient safety and pharmacy compliance
Monitoring, evaluating, and continually improving standards of care and safety
Working with the Store Manager to develop the capability of the wider healthcare team
Growing talent that reflects the communities we serve; coaching, mentoring and supporting colleagues
Representing Boots within the local community and with healthcare professionals
What You’ll Need to Have (Must‑Haves)
Registered with the relevant pharmacy regulator (GPhC, PSNI, PSI)
Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
Experience leading patient and customer care within a pharmacy setting
Passion for delivering essential, advanced, and private services
A collaborative, team‑first mindset and an eagerness to coach and guide others
It Would Be Great If You Also Have
Experience in enhanced services
A strong understanding of local clinical networks
Where Your Brilliance Can Take You
With Boots, your pharmacy career can go in many different directions — from Independent Prescriber to leading clinical services, field leadership, or specialist roles within the Support Office. Whatever path you choose, we’ll help you get there.
Rewards Designed for You
Boots Retirement Savings Plan
Generous employee discount across Boots and partner brands
Discretionary annual bonus
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay, plus a gift card for those expecting or adopting
Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, gym discounts, life assurance and more
24/7 counselling and wellbeing support through TELUS Health (Employee Assistance Programme)
CPD days and protected learning time
GPhC / PSNI / PSI fees reimbursed
Option to buy additional benefits, including up to five extra days’ holiday
There’s lots more available through MyBoosts, Boots’ benefits and discounts platform. Exclusions may apply; eligible roles only. Please note that salary estimates on third‑party sites are not endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.
A Bit About Us
At Boots, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, creating a place where everyone feels welcome, supported and free to be themselves. When our people feel valued and included, they thrive, and that helps them make a real difference for customers and colleagues every day.
What’s Next?
If you apply, our team will be in touch to confirm the outcome or arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full‑time, part‑time and job‑share options may be discussed.
This role requires a pre‑employment check following an offer, which may include a DBS, PVG or Access NI check, depending on location. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and considers applications with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.
Be brilliant with Boots.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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The pharmacy is located on The Square in Kelso, within NHS Borders.
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Yes, this is a full‑time, permanent Pharmacist role, with flexibility to discuss working patterns where appropriate.
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Yes, Boots offers CPD days, protected learning time, reimbursement of professional fees, and a wide range of career pathways.
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Yes, part‑time and job‑share options may be discussed depending on individual circumstances.
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Benefits include a pension scheme, staff discounts, wellbeing support, flexible benefits, professional fee reimbursement, and the option to purchase additional holidays.
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You will work alongside a Pharmacy Technician and an experienced dispensing team, with strong support from Boots’ wider network.
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Yes, the town has one GP surgery, and the pharmacy has a very good working relationship with them.
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