Aseptic Services Manager and Deputy Associate Chief

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 82,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Aseptic Services Manager to lead the development of a state-of-the-art facility at St Thomas' Hospital. This pivotal role involves overseeing the design, build, and validation of advanced therapies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while improving patient outcomes. As part of a forward-thinking team, you will engage with various disciplines, shape the future of cancer care, and directly impact the lives of patients requiring specialized treatments. Join this innovative organization and make a difference in healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Active registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council without restrictions.
• Senior management experience in aseptic facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and operational support for project implementation.
• Coordinate with clinical teams to ensure service capacity and integration.
• Manage facility start-up and commissioning processes.

Skills

Leadership and team motivation

Problem-solving

Capacity planning

Risk management

Education

Masters degree in technical services or quality assurance

Job description

Aseptic Services Manager and Deputy Associate Chief

Req#: C9196-25-0749

Job summary

An exceptional opportunity has arisen to provide leadership and quality sign-off for the design, build, and validation of a purpose-built Paediatric Cancer and ATMP facility at St Thomas' Hospital, opening in September 2026. Once operational, the role involves leading the core functions of this new unit and the existing Guy's Cancer Centre chemotherapy and advanced therapy facility, with overall responsibility for the services provided.

Main duties of the job

1. Provide technical leadership for all aspects of chemotherapy (including clinical trials) and advanced therapies services at St Thomas' and Guy's Cancer Centre, including Guy's Pharmacy Containment Suite.
2. Lead, develop, and evaluate a comprehensive aseptic service covering adult and paediatric chemotherapy, advanced therapies, and aseptic manufacturing, ensuring alignment with trust objectives and national NHS priorities.
3. Oversee the strategic development of aseptic services within and outside the Trust.
4. Manage research and development programs within aseptic services, collaborating with clinical trial teams to ensure projects are delivered on time.

About us

Join us at the forefront of innovation in cancer and advanced therapy care! Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is building a state-of-the-art Pharmacy Aseptic Unit at St Thomas' to prepare chemotherapy and advanced therapies. This project represents a transformation in patient care.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of innovation: contribute to designing and launching a modern aseptic facility.
• Make an impact: directly improve outcomes for patients requiring specialised treatments.
• Collaborate with leaders across various disciplines.
• Shape the future: influence all stages from design to operational delivery.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading technical aspects of the new unit's design and operation.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Representing the project in inspections and providing regular updates.
• Engaging with clinical teams to ensure service delivery and capacity meet needs.

Details

• Date posted: 25 April 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: 8c
• Salary: £82,462 to £93,773 per annum including HCA
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Location: St Thomas Hospital, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7EH

Job responsibilities

1. Provide leadership and operational support for Phase 1 project implementation, including overseeing validation activities and contractor management.
2. Coordinate with clinical teams to ensure service capacity and integration.
3. Manage the facility start-up, validation, and commissioning processes.
4. Develop capacity and manufacturing strategies aligned with service needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• Active registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council without restrictions.
• Masters degree in technical services or quality assurance, or equivalent experience.

Experience (Essential)

• Senior management experience in aseptic facilities.
• Experience with clinical trial management, GMP, GCP, and facility commissioning.
• Development of technical services to meet patient needs and reduce risks.

Knowledge (Essential)

• Contamination control and aseptic technology expertise.
• Regulatory standards including EudraLex, MHRA, pharmacopoeial requirements, and legislation.
• Validation requirements for pharmaceutical facilities and equipment.

Skills (Essential)

• Leadership and team motivation.
• Problem-solving and risk management skills.
• Capacity planning and service development.

Additional Requirements

This role requires a DBS check and UK professional registration. Sponsorship considerations are available for eligible applicants.

Employer Details

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

St Thomas Hospital, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7EH

Website: https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx

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