// Superdrug is increasing the pay of newly qualified pharmacists to £50,000
// The health and beauty retailer is introducing a new financial wellbeing package for staff amid the cost of living crisis and growing pressures on pharmacies
Superdrug is to increase the pay for newly qualified pharmacists as it looks to strengthen its pharmacy offering across the country.
The new rate will see wages increase to £50,000.
The health and beauty retailer is also introducing a new financial wellbeing package for staff in light of the growing pressures on pharmacies and rising cost of living.
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Superdrug is actively recruiting for 200 pharmacy jobs across the UK to join its existing pool of 155 pharmacists.
Healthcare director Caris Newson said: “Our Pharmacy team members are at the core of our business, and I am delighted to announce this increase in newly qualified salary in recognition of the skill and expertise required for these roles.
“The last few years have been extremely challenging for pharmacists and pharmacy teams and have also highlighted the vital and positive role that they play as clinical professionals, supporting patients and delivering safe and effective healthcare services and care within communities.”
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