Advanced Assistant Technical Officer

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Stoke-on-Trent is looking for an Advanced Assistant Technical Officer to support the Pharmacy Technical Services team. The successful candidate will prepare medicines, follow standard procedures, and maintain quality systems. Applicants should have a relevant level of qualification and experience in aseptic services. This role offers substantial training opportunities and contributes to the Trust's commitment to providing patient-focused care.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Experience as an SATO within an aseptic unit preparing injectable medicines.
• Training in Good Clinical Trials Practice (GCP).
• Knowledge of current advances/issues within aseptic services.

Responsibilities

• Preparing medicines within Pharmacy Technical Services.
• Understanding and following standard operating procedures.
• Assisting with the operation and maintenance of quality systems.

Skills

Team Working

Good verbal and written communication skills

Stock control experience

Education

BTEC or NVQ level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services

Four GCSE's grade C/4 or above

A levels in a science-related field

Job description

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust

Advanced Assistant Technical Officer

The closing date is 14 October 2025

University Hospitals of North Midlands is currently unable to provide sponsorship for this role. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a graduate visa, you are welcome to apply for this role; however, it is essential to note that UHNM will be unable to offer sponsorship at the end of your graduate visa. You must also have at least six months until your graduate visa expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Fixed term until October 2026

Band 4 AATO

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated individual to join our well-established team in Pharmacy Technical Services for maternity leave cover.

The MHRA licensed 'Specials' pharmacy manufacturing unit is based at the Royal Stoke University Hospital and is a modern purpose-built unit within the hospital. The service encompasses aseptic, chemotherapy, and pre-pack (over labelling and repackaging products) supplying both the Trust and external organisations. As a department, we constantly strive to re-engineer our services to improve our delivery of patient-focused pharmaceutical care and customer satisfaction.

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated Advanced Assistant Technical Officer to work with our team in Pharmacy Technical Services.

The successful candidate will work within our Aseptic and Chemotherapy unit and will be required to set up and prepare medicines made within Pharmacy Technical Services. The post holder will be expected to understand and follow standard operating procedures.

The role includes undertaking relevant training, both external and internal, in aspects of Pharmacy Services and associated technical activities where required.

In addition, the post holder will be required to assist with the operation and maintenance of quality systems ensuring compliance with the terms of the MHRA Manufacturing 'Specials' Licence regarding all compounding and manufacturing processes.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and are highly regarded for our facilities, teaching, and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM, and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing medicines within Pharmacy Technical Services
• Understanding and following standard operating procedures
• Assisting with the operation and maintenance of quality systems
• Undertaking relevant training in Pharmacy Services and associated technical activities

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

• BTEC or NVQ level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services or equivalent
• Or NVQ level 2 in Pharmaceutical Services or Pharmacy manufacturing with additional substantial experience equivalent to BTEC or NVQ3
• Or Degree in a relevant related science
• Four GCSE's grade C/4 or above (including English, Maths, and Science)
• A levels in a science-related field
• APDM via Leeds University / TSET or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills, Training, and Experience

• Substantial recent experience of working as an SATO within an aseptic unit preparing injectable medicines
• Stock control experience
• Team Working
• Experience of working with standard operating procedures
• Preparation of aseptic products, including chemotherapy, CIVAs, and monoclonal antibodies
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Previous manufacturing experience at an NHS MHRA licensed facility
• Training in Good Clinical Trials Practice (GCP)
• Knowledge of current advances/issues within aseptic services
• Evidence of interest in new ways of working and developing specialist knowledge in a specialist area of practice

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.