Apprentice Pharmacy Technician

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust; Southampton; Vor Ort; GBP 22.000 - 27.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

35 days holiday (pro rata)

NHS pension scheme

NHS discounts

Zusammenfassung

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust is offering an exciting apprenticeship to become an Apprentice Pharmacy Technician. You will train while working towards a recognised qualification and learn from experienced pharmacy professionals in a supportive hospital environment.

No prior pharmacy experience is required; the programme welcomes motivated individuals who are reliable, eager to learn, and able to balance coursework with hands-on duties across dispensing and ward support.

Qualifikationen

• GCSEs in English, Maths and Science at grade 4/C or above.
• Right to work in England and residency for apprenticeship funding.
• Be available for the advertised working pattern.

Aufgaben

• Receive prescriptions and assist with validation and dispensing.
• Order medicines and manage stock to ensure availability.
• Support medicines reconciliation on the wards.
• Develop patient counselling skills during training.
• Keep accurate records and follow NHS health and safety procedures.

Kenntnisse

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Ausbildung

GCSEs including English, Maths and Science grade 4/C or above

Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

Jobbeschreibung

Apprentice Pharmacy Technician

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

The closing date is 09 November 2026

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Job Title: Apprentice Pharmacy Technician

Main duties of the job

Are you interested in a career in pharmacy and passionate about helping people? University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) is offering an exciting opportunity to join the pharmacy team as a Apprentice Pharmacy Technician.

As an Apprentice Pharmacy Technician, you will gain valuable practical experience while working towards a recognised pharmacy technician qualification. You will learn from experienced pharmacy professionals and develop the skills and knowledge needed to support the safe and effective use of medicines.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Job responsibilities

Join the pharmacy team at University Hospital Southampton (UHS) and train to become a pharmacy technician. Youll combine study with hands-on experience in the dispensary and on hospital wards, learning how medicines are ordered, prepared and supplied, and how to support patients to take them safely.

You dont need previous pharmacy or healthcare experience to apply. Were looking for someone who enjoys working with people, pays close attention to detail and is ready to put what they learn into practice.

What youll do

Working under the supervision of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, youll learn to:

Receive prescriptions, support the team with prescription validation, and help prepare, dispense and hand out medicines to patients.

Order medicines and manage stock so that supplies are available when patients need them.

Take part in medicines reconciliation on the wards, helping the team check what medicines a patient was taking before they came into hospital.

Develop your patient counselling skills and, as your training progresses, take part in more advanced conversations about how to use medicines safely.

Keep accurate records, protect patient confidentiality and follow NHS health and safety procedures.

Youll also have opportunities to complete an audit and a project, and to explore work beyond your core training. This could include Technician Services, Clinical Trials, Electronic Prescribing, Medicines Safety and the work of South Central Ambulance Service.

What were looking for

Youll need to communicate clearly, both in writing and when speaking with patients and colleagues. Were looking for someone reliable who can follow instructions, organise their work when priorities compete and ask for help when theyre unsure. Youll treat people from all backgrounds with care and respect and be willing to balance coursework with learning on the job.

Entry requirements

You must meet the apprenticeship programmes entry requirements, including GCSEs in English, maths and science at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent qualifications. If you gained your qualifications overseas, youll need to provide evidence from UK ENIC that they are comparable to the required GCSEs.

You must also have the right to work in England and meet the residency requirements for apprenticeship funding that apply to your circumstances.

The role may involve working across different pharmacy areas and covering shifts. Youll need to be available for the working pattern advertised. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, occupational health clearance and the appropriate DBS check.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• 5 GCSE's grade C or above (4-9), or equivalent and must include English language, Maths and Science
• Willingness and ability to undertake Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship
• Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of Health and Safety and Risk Management
• Experience of working/dealing with the public including part time or voluntary work
• Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team
• Level 2 NVQ certificate in Pharmacy service skills or other GPhC approved qualification
• Experience of stock management
• Work experience, either in hospital pharmacy and/or community pharmacy
• Experience of working in a customer orientated service or healthcare setting
• Experience of recent study including portfolio construction

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Depending on experience£24,852.56 per annum, pro rata