HWE – Planning for Foundation Pharmacist Training 2027/28

The employer registration window on Oriel opens on Thursday 8 January 2026 and closes on Monday 2 March 2026 at 12:00 Midday

Most trainees will need access to a Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP).

Presenters: 

Nikkie Umaru

Dr J Hannah

Suraj Varia

This session will cover:

• Updates on requirements for 27/28
• DPP requirements & training options
• Promoting multi-sector partnerships for 27/28
• Benefits, challenges and practicalities of multi-sector partnerships
• Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) funding for new pharmacy roles to support Foundation Pharmacist Trainees
• HWE multi-sector matching survey
• Q & A

The current level of funding for employing a foundation trainee pharmacist is £27,295 per trainee (this is to cover all costs, including supervision, administration, and salary costs).

Further information:

• NHS England document: Foundation Pharmacist Training Site Requirements.
• NHS England web page: Implementing the Foundation Pharmacist Training Year.

Multi-Sector Planning Survey for Foundation Pharmacists Training 2027/28

• West Essex Multi sector Placements Matching Survey Link: West Essex  Foundation Trainee Pharmacist – multi sector planning 27-28 – Fill out form
• Hertfordshire Multi sector Placements Matching Survey Link: Hertfordshire Foundation Trainee Pharmacist – multi sector planning 27-28 – Fill out form

Link to register coming soon!