The Paydens Group of Pharmacies is a proud, family-owned business, established in 1969 with our very first pharmacy in a small village. Over the years, we’ve grown to multiple locations across the South East, but our family values remain at the heart of everything we do.

We are dedicated to providing professional, reliable, and caring pharmacy services, delivering expert healthcare advice, and working closely with other healthcare professionals to make a real difference in the communities we serve.

Joining Paydens means becoming part of a supportive, forward-thinking team where your contribution matters and your career can flourish.

A Unique Career in Pharmacy

At Paydens, pharmacy is about more than medicines. It’s about empowering healthier lives, supporting communities, and shaping the future of healthcare.

No matter what role you join us in, whether as a Pharmacy Assistant, Accuracy Checking Dispensing Assistant, Technician, Delivery Driver, or Pharmacist, you’ll be part of a team that puts patients at the heart of everything we do. You’ll enjoy a career that blends professional growth, community impact, and personal development, all while working in an environment that values teamwork, learning, and family values.

What You’ll Do

Depending on your role, you’ll have the opportunity to get involved in:

• Supporting the safe supply and management of medicines.
• Delivering a wide range of NHS and professional pharmacy services, such as Pharmacy First consultations, the New Medicine Service (NMS), contraception services, and vaccinations.
• Providing private healthcare services, including travel health clinics, weight management programmes, and other tailored services for your local community.
• Giving patients the advice, care, and reassurance, they need to manage their health and wellbeing.
• Ensuring compliance with NHS, GPhC, and company governance standards.
• Building trusted relationships with patients, GP practices, healthcare professionals, and colleagues.
• Taking part in NHS public health initiatives and Healthy Living Campaigns.
• Supporting and developing colleagues so we can deliver the best possible patient care as a team.

At the Paydens Group, we believe in investing in our people. From your very first day, you’ll have access to structured training and ongoing opportunities to grow your knowledge, skills, and career.

• Essential Training for All Staff – every team member completes accredited learning to build a strong foundation in pharmacy knowledge.
• Career Progression Opportunities – dispensary staff can work towards additional recognised qualifications and accreditations, supporting progression into more advanced roles.
• Pharmacist Development – we provide foundation training for trainee pharmacists and encourage all pharmacists to expand their clinical skills, including advanced qualifications such as independent prescribing.
• Specialist Learning Events – regular training delivered by external experts keeps our teams up to date on key healthcare topics and services.
• Accredited Distance Learning – a range of flexible programmes are available, allowing staff to develop their skills at their own pace.
• Ongoing In-House Development – including staff training days, regular appraisals, and team communication meetings to ensure everyone feels supported, informed, and confident in their role.

At Paydens, learning never stops. Whether you’re just starting out or aiming to progress into a specialist or leadership role, we’ll give you the tools, training, and encouragement to succeed.