Aseptic Pharmacy Assistant — Senior (Training to Band 3)

NHS; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent children's healthcare provider in Sheffield is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Assistant to support aseptic services, manage operations, and aid in the training of staff. The role offers a structured training package with a focus on developing essential pharmacy skills. Ideal candidates will have a GPhC certification and experience in aseptic services, ensuring quality healthcare for children. Competitive employment terms with a Real Living Wage top-up during training.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing programmes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• GPhC accredited certification for practising as a pharmacy assistant.
• Experience in aseptic services pharmacy.
• Mentoring skills for training less experienced colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aseptic products including CIVAS, TPN, cytotoxics, and ATMPs.
• Manage and label worksheets accurately.
• Support senior technicians in daily operations.

Skills

Careful and accurate worker

Able to operate a PC and the JAC system

Ability to manipulate vials and syringes

Aseptic services knowledge

Lifting and Handling training

Education

English Language and Maths GCSE Grade 4/C or above

NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy services

NVQ level 2 in Science manufacturing process operative or willingness to work towards

GCSE grade C or above in Double Science

Job description

A prominent children's healthcare provider in Sheffield is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Assistant to support aseptic services, manage operations, and aid in the training of staff. The role offers a structured training package with a focus on developing essential pharmacy skills. Ideal candidates will have a GPhC certification and experience in aseptic services, ensuring quality healthcare for children. Competitive employment terms with a Real Living Wage top-up during training.