Aspiring Pharmacy Technician – Pre-Registration Apprentice

st georges nhs trust; Tooting; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Tooting is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician position. This two-year training program combines hands-on experience in various pharmacy settings with college-based studies, leading to a registered Pharmacy Technician qualification. Successful candidates will gain valuable practical skills, with numerous opportunities for career progression upon qualification. Applications must meet certain educational criteria, including GCSE qualifications in relevant subjects, and will be accepted until November 3, 2025.

Qualifications

• GCSE in Maths at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent.
• GCSE in English Language at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent.
• GCSE in Science (Biology/Chemistry) at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent.
• GCSE in one other subject.
• Must meet apprenticeship eligibility criteria.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing and labelling medication.
• Providing counselling to patients on how to use prescribed medication.
• Taking drug histories and carrying out medicine reconciliation.
• Assessing the suitability of patients’ own medicines for use.
• Making the final accuracy check on prescriptions.
• Preparation & maintenance of cleanrooms used to produce injectable medication.
• Dispensing and compounding of injectable medication.

Job description

A leading NHS Trust in Tooting is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician position. This two-year training program combines hands-on experience in various pharmacy settings with college-based studies, leading to a registered Pharmacy Technician qualification. Successful candidates will gain valuable practical skills, with numerous opportunities for career progression upon qualification. Applications must meet certain educational criteria, including GCSE qualifications in relevant subjects, and will be accepted until November 3, 2025.