Apprentice Pharmacy Technician: Train & Register

NHS; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician for a two-year training program. Successful candidates will earn a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy. Applicants must have four GCSEs at grade C or above including English, Maths, and a Science. Starting pay is 70% of Band 4, increasing to 75% in the second year. This position requires participation in on-the-job training and completion of academic assignments to qualify as a registered pharmacy technician. Applications close on 29 December 2025.

Qualifications

• Must have at least four GCSEs at grade C or above including core Science.
• Functional Skills English and Maths Level 2 accepted.
• Experience as a pharmacy assistant considered if lacking core Science.

Responsibilities

• Participate in preparation and assembly of pharmaceuticals.
• Engage fully in training and complete BTEC Level 3 Diploma.

Skills

Team player

Flexible

Proactive

Work accurately

Adapt to change

Work under pressure

Education

4 GCSE's 'C' Grade or above in English, Maths, Chemistry, and one other science

NVQ 3 or equivalent

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician for a two-year training program. Successful candidates will earn a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy. Applicants must have four GCSEs at grade C or above including English, Maths, and a Science. Starting pay is 70% of Band 4, increasing to 75% in the second year. This position requires participation in on-the-job training and completion of academic assignments to qualify as a registered pharmacy technician. Applications close on 29 December 2025.