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The content below contains the latest news affecting community pharmacy owners and their teams throughout Scotland. If you can’t find something or you have a question please get in touch with us at webteam@cps.scot
Pharmacist, East Linton
Join our friendly East Linton pharmacy team! We're hiring a full-time pharmacist, great salary, 5 weeks holiday, pension, and IP training support. Apply now for an August 2025 start!
CPS Welcomes Service Renewal Framework
Read our Chief Executive’s latest blog on the development of a new Health and Social Care (HSC) Vision in Scotland
My Quit Journey: Week Three with the Varenicline Service
Join me Graham Le Tissier for week three of my quit journey using the Varenicline service.
Top Three Items from the June CPS Board
The following are the Top Three items currently under discussion and review by your CPS Board. There is no specific detail, yet, as these are currently “works in progress”. Further detail will follow as available.
Prevent, Detect & Treat at the Scottish Conservative Conference
CPS highlights the role of community pharmacy in prevention, early detection, and treatment at the Scottish Conservative Party Conference 2025.
Future Trends for Scotland: An Opportunity for Community Pharmacy to Support?
Explore how Scotland’s Future Trends report highlights the role of community pharmacy in prevention, public health, and early intervention.
PVG Checks & Foundation Training Year Pharmacists
FTY employers: complete PVG checks before July 2025 to avoid trainee deferrals. Learn how Disclosure changes may affect pharmacist start dates.
Prescription Collection Courier Service: 19th June 2025
Your next courier collection is scheduled for Thursday, June 19th, 2025. We have produced the following guidelines for your prescription bag submissions.
Pharmacy Central Operations Team – Team Member (Dispenser)
Join Lindsay & Gilmour as a Dispenser in our Central Ops Team. Support pharmacies across Scotland and help deliver excellent patient care.
Pharmacy Central Operations Team – Team Leader (Pharmacy Technician)
Join Lindsay & Gilmour as a Team Leader Pharmacy Technician. Lead operations, support teams, and shape pharmacy services across Scotland.
NHS 24 – Clarification on Clinical Contact Records and Emergency Supply Requests by NHS 24 Prescribers
Following some feedback from the community pharmacy network, our colleagues at NHS 24 have pulled together the attached summary to explain the two main types of eMail communication that they regularly send out to pharmacy teams in support of patients.
My Quit Journey: Week Two with the Varenicline Service
Join me Graham Le Tissier for week two of my quit journey using the Varenicline service.
Care Reform (Scotland) Bill Passes In Scotland: What Does This Mean for Community Pharmacy?
Care Reform Bill passed in Scotland, enabling digital care records and paving the way for community pharmacy access to patient information.
Chief Medical Officer’s Annual Report for 2024-25
Scotland’s CMO report highlights prevention and wellbeing. CPS urges greater role for community pharmacy in future health strategy.
Pharmacy Dispenser, Glasgow
Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant wanted at Lightburn Pharmacy. Full-time, fixed-term role for a motivated team player in a busy, community-focused setting.
Pharmacy Manager, Dedridge
As an Independent Prescriber Pharmacist, you will play a crucial role in enhancing patient outcomes and supporting the health and wellbeing of the local community. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with patients, providing consultations, advice, and prescription services directly.
PCA(P)(2025)14 - Extension to Serious Shortage Protocols for Estradot® (estradiol) patches
SSPs for Estradot® HRT patches extended to 10 Oct 2025. Community pharmacy contractors are advised to note the updated expiry date.
Pharmacist Manager, Hopeman
Lead two coastal village pharmacies as a Pharmacist Manager—show initiative, drive patient care, and enjoy real support in a rewarding role.
Pharmacist, Inverurie
Join Will Chemists as a Pharmacist in Inverurie—flexible hours, robotic dispensaries, and a supportive team across two professional pharmacy sites.
Pharmacy Dispenser, Cathcart
Join Rightdose Pharmacy as a part-time Dispenser—support patient care, grow your skills, and work in a friendly, high-standard pharmacy team.