Apprentice Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

TN United Kingdom; South Molton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a two-year fixed-term apprenticeship for aspiring Pharmacy Technicians. This role provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various pharmacy operations, including dispensing, procurement, and patient care. The position is ideal for self-motivated individuals eager to develop their skills in a supportive environment. The apprenticeship includes comprehensive training and assessments, ensuring you are well-prepared for a rewarding career in pharmacy. Join a dedicated team committed to providing excellent healthcare services while enjoying the benefits of professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

NHS Pension

Staff discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Funding for qualifications

Flexible working hours

Occupational health services

Qualifications

• Completion of BTEC Level 3 Diploma is mandatory.
• Good communication skills are essential for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing and accuracy checking of prescriptions.
• Medicine procurement and management during rotations.

Skills

Good communication skills

Aseptic techniques

Medicine stock control

Patient care

Education

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Technicians

Tools

Electronic prescription systems

Job description

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05.05.2025

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19.06.2025

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Role Summary

This is a two-year fixed-term apprenticeship during which the post holder will learn and apply the knowledge, skills, and behaviors required to become a registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

The post holder will undertake duties across various areas, including dispensary, aseptic/technical services, procurement, distribution, and medicines management/optimization. They will also carry out the final accuracy checking of prescriptions.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities, please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The role is based in the Pharmacy Department at North Devon District Hospital. It offers an excellent opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge to become a fully qualified and registered Pharmacy Technician.

Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians are vital to the development of the Pharmacy team. Applications are invited from enthusiastic, hardworking, self-motivated individuals with good communication skills.

The role requires completion of the nationally recognized BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians, achieved through virtual learning and workplace training.

Each workplace rotation will have a practicesupervisor, and the overall training program will be managed by an educational supervisor.

During rotations, the post holder will learn skills and undertake duties such as:

• Receiving and issuing prescriptions using electronic systems
• Dispensing and final accuracy checking of prescriptions
• Using aseptic techniques for compounding therapies
• Medicine stock control and supply
• Medicine procurement and discrepancy management
• Ward-based medicines management and optimization
• Providing excellent patient care while maintaining confidentiality

Competence will be assessed through portfolios, and knowledge through assignments and quizzes.

Completion of all educational activities within the contract period is mandatory; failure may lead to termination.

The salary for Year 1 is £__, (Band 2), and Year 2 is £__, (Band 3).

This advert recruits for the September 5 cohort, with the start date to be confirmed.

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Interviews will be held in person at North Devon District Hospital. Online interviews can be arranged upon request.

For further information, contact: Leah Sheath, Lead Pharmacy Technician (Education & Training), via phone or email. This is a fixed-term contract for several months. NHS employees may consider this as a secondment opportunity.

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff across Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received.

The Trust was established in April 2, combining the expertise of the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

We are the largest employer in Devon, with a diverse workforce serving over __ people across more than __ square miles. We provide a wide range of medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, including emergency, specialist, and general care, as well as community and social services.

Our advanced technology and research collaborations enable us to deliver world-class care.

Our values underpin everything we do. Find out more here.

Looking after you is important to us.

We promote work-life balance through flexible working, family-friendly policies, and comprehensive occupational health services, including counseling and wellbeing activities.

We support your professional development with funding for qualifications, CPD, and placements, helping you advance your NHS career.

Salary is not the only benefit

Benefits include staff discounts, salary sacrifice schemes, NHS Pension, cycle-to-work, and more. Details are available upon request.