Apprentice - Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

NHS; Slough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Slough is offering a two-year full-time apprenticeship for a Level 3 Pharmacy Technician. The role combines practical training and study, enabling apprentices to gain hands-on experience in various areas of hospital pharmacy. Candidates must have 4 GCSEs including Maths and English, and will work under the guidance of registered Pharmacy Technicians. This opportunity promotes professional development and prepares candidates for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Training opportunities

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Must meet apprenticeship funding criteria.
• Dispensing experience is desirable.
• Customer care experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Undertake training under supervision to achieve Pharmacy Technician qualification.
• Maintain stock control and assist with ordering.
• Learn to dispense prescriptions accurately.

Skills

Ability to work within a team

Ability to work independently

Written communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

4 GCSEs at grade A* - C including Maths, English, and two Science subjects

NVQ2 Pharmacy Services/BTEC2 Pharmacy Certificate (desirable)

Job description

Job summary

The post holder will undertake a two-year apprenticeship programme, combining practical training with study to achieve the Level 3 Pharmacy Technician qualification, including Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English (if required). Under the supervision of registered Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists, the apprentice will gain experience across all areas of hospital pharmacy, including medicines receipt, storage, distribution, and dispensing.

Duties include maintaining stock control, assisting with ordering, environmental monitoring, and supporting safe disposal of medicines. The apprentice will learn to dispense prescriptions accurately, use pharmacy IT systems, and support medicines management activities on wards. All work will follow Standard Operating Procedures, Good Distribution Practice, and Health and Safety regulations. Successful completion enables registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

Main duties of the job

• This is a rotational post providing training, experience, and competency assessment across a wide range of hospital pharmacy services under the supervision of registered Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists.
• The post holder will develop skills in the safe, accurate, and efficient supply of medicines, stock management, dispensing, and the use of pharmacy information systems.
• They will be expected to demonstrate professional attitudes and behaviours in accordance with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Standards for Pharmacy Professionals.
• Practical, on-the-job training combined with completion of an in-house competency programme and formal qualifications will lead to eligibility for registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC.
• The role supports learning through structured supervision, reflection, and continuous professional development.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

Details

Date posted: 05 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 4

Salary: £28,860 to £31,671 a year per annum incl HCAS (Annex 21)

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 24 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 151-SL0487

Job locations: Wexham Park Hospital, Wexham Street, Slough, SL2 4HL

Person Specification

Qualifications – Essential

• 4 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade A* - C to include Mathematics, English Language and two relevant Science subjects
• Meets apprenticeship funding criteria

Qualifications – Desirable

• NVQ2 Pharmacy Services/BTEC2 Pharmacy Certificate or equivalent Level 2 Pharmacy qualification
• Over the Counter (OTC) sales qualification

Professional – Essential

• Ability to work within a team
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to follow instruction

Professional – Desirable

• Dispensing experience
• Experience of e-learning
• Customer care experience
• Stock handling experience

Competencies – Essential

• Written communication skills including SPAG
• Ability to follow instructions – Attention to detail on application form

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.

Employer details

Employer name: Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Wexham Park Hospital, Wexham Street, Slough, SL2 4HL

Employer's website: https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/