Andrew Newton-Sperring

Collaborates with general practices and the ICB to implement cost-effective prescribing strategies, achieving significant savings. Conducts safety and antimicrobial audits, reviews high-value and unlicensed medications, and updates standard operating procedures.

Managed medication supply for prison inmates, including methadone, and performed medicines reconciliation for transfers. Conducted risk assessments for medication possession and ensured accurate prescription checking before dispensing.

Performed medicines reconciliation for new inmates and supplied prescribed medication, including methadone, ensuring proper documentation. Conducted patient risk assessments to determine medication possession status and managed pharmaceutical stock.

Managed pharmacy operations, including stocking, customer service, and prescription dispensing for both community and custodial settings. Provided expert advice on OTC and POM medicines, trained new staff, and ensured GPHC compliance.

Grade: Various grades

Activities and societies: BTEC Level 3 Early Years Merit, Child Development C, AS Level in ICT Pass, ICT 4XC, Catering C, Science C, Humanities D, Math’s E, English F

Achieved GCSEs including BTEC Level 3 Early Years Merit, Child Development C, and AS Level in ICT Pass. Also completed coursework in ICT, Catering, Science, Humanities, Math's, and English.