Assistant Technical Officer - Aseptic Services | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Aseptic Services. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent organisational skills and a strong attention to detail while preparing parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy. This role offers an opportunity for development within a supportive environment and is committed to delivering patient-focused service. Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Structured personal development programme

Support for NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Manufacturing

Qualifications

• Ability to work accurately and methodically in a busy Aseptic Services Unit.
• Capable of performing under pressure with keen attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a professional outlook.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate professionalism and work using initiative.
• Prepare various types of parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy.
• Work innovatively to provide services to patients.

Skills

Team player

Excellent organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

Opportunity to work towards NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Manufacturing

Job description

Overview

MFT is one of the biggest, most ambitious, and progressive NHS Trusts in the country. We are responsible for running a family of nine hospitals across six sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services.

This role is in Aseptic Services within MFT. You will be a motivated team player, flexible, self-motivated, and professional, with excellent organisational and communication skills. You must be able to work accurately, quickly and under pressure, have a good eye for detail, prioritise your workload to meet deadlines and be committed to delivering a high standard patient-focused service.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate professionalism and work using your own initiative to meet deadlines and patient needs.
• Work accurately and methodically in busy Aseptic Services Units; perform effectively under pressure with an excellent eye for detail.
• Be committed to delivering a high standard of patient-focused service.
• Prepare Neonatal, Paediatric & Adult PN, Adult & Paediatric Chemotherapy, CIVAS and Clinical Trials across MFT; work innovatively to provide services to patients.
• May be required in the future to provide cover at any of the sites within Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Strong team player with flexibility and self-motivation; professional outlook and excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately and methodically in a busy Aseptic Services Unit; capable of performing under pressure with a keen eye for detail.
• 1 in 5 Saturdays (9:00–13:30) on a rota, bank holiday working as part of a rota, with posts based at the Oxford Road Campus and potential across sites.
• Opportunity to work towards NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Manufacturing for support staff; development programme supported for all staff.

About the Trust and Development

All staff are supported to develop their potential through a structured personal development programme and to develop aseptic skills and knowledge. The Trust has created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient and staff experience, and operational effectiveness, including the Hive Electronic Patient Record system launched in September 2022. We are a major academic Research Centre & Education provider and are working on a Green Plan to promote sustainability.

Equality, Diversity & How to Apply

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating diversity and eliminating unlawful discrimination. All individuals are encouraged to apply for this post. If you have special requirements to help with your application, email [e-mail].

This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Oct 2025.