Preparing to Train a Trainee Pharmacist 26/27

Trainee Pharmacists 2026/27 – Key Information for Training Sites
Below are key resources and guidance to help you prepare and support trainees effectively.

Resource: Training plans | NHS England | Workforce, training and education

  • Access training plan templates
  • Review training plan guidance and FAQs
  • Note:Training plans must be uploaded to each trainee Pharmacist e-portfolio within 4 weeks of their start date.

🖥️ Placement Site Support & Webinars

Join: NHS Futures – South West Pharmacist Supervisor EPD Group

  • Access regional NHSE webinars and updates
  • Ongoing content will be added throughout the training year
  • Free to sign up – NHS email required

  Safer Learning Environment Charter

All training sites must align with the Safer Learning Environment Charter to ensure a high-quality experience for all trainee Pharmacists.
Read more: Safe Learning Environment Charter – NHS England

 🏫 National Training Offer

Every trainee Pharmacist now receives the National Training offer to support their training.  In Avon and Wiltshire all trainee Pharmacists will join the training programme offered by Pharmacy Workforce Development South (PWDS)

🎓 Training for Educational Supervisors

Supervisor training is available on eLearning for Health.
Start here: e-LfH Pharmacy Supervisor Training

📬 Need Support?

If you have questions or require further support, feel free to contact:

Caroline Quinn – 📧 [email protected]