ACT Pharmacy Technician - Leighton Buzzard - Pharmaceutical Logistics

Hunter AHP; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical logistics operation is seeking Accuracy Checking Technicians (ACTs) for a permanent role based in Leighton Buzzard. This full-time position offers fantastic benefits including a salary range of £35k–£37k, private healthcare, and career development opportunities. Join a dedicated pharmacy team to ensure safe and accurate medication dispensing while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Private healthcare

5% company pension contributions

UPS Perks at Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to UPS University

28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days after 5 years

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and patient-focused approach required.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills needed.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct final accuracy checks on homecare prescriptions.
• Support pharmacy staff with dispensing tasks.
• Ensure compliance with GPhC standards, Medicines Act, and other policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team Motivation

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services

Current GPhC registration

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22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Are you an Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) looking for a rewarding role with a large Pharmaceutical Logistics operation in Leighton Buzzard? We have an exciting permanent opportunity with great pay and company benefits!

Duration: Permanent

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:30am–6:00pm (Occasional paid overtime may be required)

Start Date: June or July 2025

End Date: N/A (Permanent Role)

Contact: Alex Roberts – arobertshg-ahp – 0203 475 4858

What You’ll Be Doing:
Join our client's pharmacy team as an ACT and play a vital role in ensuring the safe and accurate dispensing of medication. In this role, you will:

Carry out final accuracy checks on homecare prescriptions

Support the pharmacist by assisting with dispensing tasks

Supervise the dispensing and supply of medicines in accordance with SOPs

Promote quality, safety, and continuous improvement across pharmacy services

Help train and develop pharmacy staff

Ensure compliance with GPhC standards, Medicines Act, Good Distribution Practice, and Clinical Governance policies

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will need:

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services

Current GPhC registration as a pharmacy technician

A strong attention to detail and a patient-focused approach

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Ability to meet deadlines and motivate others in a fast-paced environment

Working Hours & Contract Duration:
This is a full-time permanent role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:30am–6:00pm. There may be occasional paid overtime if daily tasks are not completed by 6:00pm, though this is infrequent.

Why Choose This Role?
This role offers fantastic benefits and career development opportunities including:
£35k–£37k annual salary
Private healthcare
5% company pension contributions
UPS Perks at Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to UPS University
28 days annual leave (including bank holidays), rising to 33 days after 5 years’ service

We are currently looking to hire 3 ACTs for this team – apply now to be considered!