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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
Relief Pharmacist Job – Boots UK, Kirkcaldy
Boots UK seeks a Relief Pharmacist in Kirkcaldy. Flexible role, great benefits, and career growth. Apply by 28 Nov 2025.
Pharmacist – Boots UK, Dundee Whitfield
Boots UK seeks a part-time Pharmacist in Dundee Whitfield. Flexible hours, great team, and career growth. Apply by 28 Nov 2025.
Relief Pharmacist, Angus
Boots UK seeks a Relief Pharmacist in Angus. Flexible role, varied services, and great team support. Apply by 28 Nov 2025.
Pharmacist, Oban
Join Boots UK as a Pharmacist in Oban. Competitive benefits, flexible options, and career growth. Apply by 28 Nov 2025.
Pharmacy Manager, Edinburgh
Join Lindsay & Gilmour as a Pharmacy Manager in Edinburgh. Competitive salary, benefits & career growth. Apply by 25 Nov 2025.
PCA(P)(2025)24: NHS Pharmacy First (Scotland) Service Remuneration Update
The Scottish Government has released circular PCA(P)(2025)24 which details changes to the remuneration of all components of the NHS Pharmacy First (Scotland) service.
Part 7 Publishing: November 2025
Due to the day on which the 1st of November 2025 falls, this will result in the October prices being finalised early next week commencing the 3rd of November.
Reminder: Yellow Card Scheme
Reminder about the UK Yellow Card Scheme for reporting medicine and device safety concerns. Visit the official site for more information.
Reminder - Teach and Treat for CPS/NES Funded CPIPs
As part of your CPS / NES funded CP IP course, there is one half day session at a Teach and Treat Hub included. This session can be booked once you have completed your qualification and the 4 Clinical Training days.
Survey: Same Day and Urgent Care Priority Setting
Take part in a UK-wide survey on urgent care services. Help shape future research. Community pharmacy voices from Scotland are especially welcome.
CPS Manifesto 2026: Detect
In line with our 2026 Manifesto, a key policy area is that of detecting illness in those who may present at the Community Pharmacy with or without symptoms.
Pharmacist, Stornoway
Pharmacist roles in Stornoway with KJ Macdonald Ltd. Rent-free flat, great team, and stunning Isle of Lewis location. Apply by 21 Nov 2025.
PCA(P)(2025)23 - SSP Extension: Cefalexin Oral Suspension
SSP for cefalexin oral suspension sugar free products extended to 28 November 2025. Pharmacists should review updated guidance.
CPS/NES IP Trainee Courses – Action Required
Community Pharmacy Scotland / NHS Education for Scotland Independent Prescribing trainees for June and September 2025 must return forms confirming details. Contact us with any questions.
Contractor Contact From nDCVP Payment System
NSS may contact your pharmacy via email when a reimbursement claim lacks sufficient detail for a dispensed item. These messages are sent from the nDCVP payment system to your pharmacy’s generic email address.
Pharmacist, Edinburgh
Join Broughton Pharmacy’s growing team in Edinburgh. Full or part-time role with IP support. Apply by 20 November 2025.
Norwegian Visitor to Edinburgh Pharmacy
Last week, Community Pharmacy Scotland (CPS) welcomed a visitor from Norway to Edinburgh. Birgitte Lloyd, President of the Norwegian Association of Pharmacists was in Scotland to learn more about the Scottish Community Pharmacy contract and services, as well as build on her own knowledge of Scottish culture.
FAST Educational Sessions Available for Pharmacy Teams
The Scottish Government are funding training for Primary Care teams to more quickly identify the symptoms of a stroke.
Pharmacy Technician, Glasgow, Lenzie
Our local store in Lenzie is looking for a Pharmacy Technician to join their very knowledgeable team. The store offer a ranges of services and Pharmacy 1st plus
Weight Management & Community Pharmacy in Scotland
Community Pharmacy Scotland calls for the community pharmacy network to be commissioned to deliver a national NHS weight loss service, focussing on the direct use of medicines.
