Pharmacist Salary in South East — 2025
Based on 21 salary data points from live job listings. There are currently 1504 pharmacist jobs advertised.
NHS vs Community Pharmacy Pay
🏥 NHS
Top Employers
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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)£59,186
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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust£53,336
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Primary Care Careers£48,995
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Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust£46,290
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East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust£51,260
About Pharmacist Salaries in South East
The average pharmacist salary in South East is £57,068 per year as of 2025, based on analysis of 21 current job listings from South East. Salaries range from £42,631 at the lower end to £70,200 for senior or specialist positions.
Career Progression
Pharmacists in the NHS follow the Agenda for Change pay framework, typically starting at Band 6 (£37,338–£44,962) and progressing to Band 7 (£46,148–£52,809) or Band 8a+ for specialist and management roles. Community pharmacy salaries are negotiated individually and can vary significantly between chains and independents.
Factors Affecting Pharmacist Pay
Key factors influencing pharmacist salaries include: sector (NHS vs community), location (London premium of ~£3,000–£5,000), experience level, additional qualifications (independent prescribing, clinical diplomas), and whether the role includes management responsibilities. Locum rates are typically higher but without employment benefits.
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Methodology
Salary data is collected from live job listings across 11 pharmacy employers and job boards in the UK. We apply IQR-based statistical filtering (1.5× interquartile range) to remove outliers caused by data entry errors or unusual compensation structures. Hourly rates are converted to annual equivalents using a 37.5-hour week. NHS salaries include basic pay only (no unsocial hours or high-cost area supplements). Data is refreshed daily. Sample size: 24 total, 21 after filtering.