Assistant Technical Officer/Cleaner - Production

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS hospital trust in Bristol is offering an entry-level position for an Assistant Technical Officer/Cleaner. The role involves specialist cleaning of the Aseptic and Non‑Sterile Unit and preparation of non-sterile medicines. The ideal candidate should have Maths and English at Grade C / level 4 and demonstrate a strong attention to detail and practical work aptitude. Full training will be provided, with opportunities for career development within the trust.

Qualifications

• Maths and English at Grade C / level 4 is required.
• Aptitude for practical work is necessary.
• Ability to work methodically and accurately is essential.
• Must perform effectively under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail is required.
• Good communication skills expected.
• Effective time management skills required.
• Ability to work in a team environment or alone is needed.

Responsibilities

• Undertake specialist cleaning of the Aseptic and Non‑Sterile Unit, requiring a 7am start.
• Be involved in the preparation of non‑sterile medicines following set procedures.
• Complete over‑labeling of medicines.
• Conduct stock checks for medicines.
• Be responsible for goods receiving of medicines.
• Opportunity to learn about Good Manufacturing Practice.

Skills

Attention to detail

Practical work aptitude

Time management

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Maths and English at Grade C / level 4

Job description

A Vacancy at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

Are you an excellent team player? Are you flexible and self‑motivated and want to learn about or enhance your Pharmacy aseptic and non‑sterile services experience? We want you to join our team.

Assistant Technical Officer/Cleaner - Band 2

This is an entry‑level position and the last post holders have been promoted internally. Full training will be given for the post. All staff are supported to develop their potential through a structured personal development programme and to develop required skills and knowledge. Previous applicants need not apply.

Responsibilities

• Undertake specialist cleaning of the Aseptic and Non‑Sterile Unit - requiring a 7am start of working day
• Be involved in the preparation of non‑sterile medicines following set procedures
• Complete over‑labeling of medicines
• Be involved in stock checks
• Be responsible for goods receiving of medicines
• Have an opportunity to learn about Good Manufacturing Practice

Qualifications

• Maths and English at Grade C / level 4
• Have an aptitude for practical work
• Be able to work methodically and accurately
• Perform effectively under pressure
• Have an excellent attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to work in a team environment or alone

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward‑thinking multi‑award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world‑leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

This advert closes on Friday 7 Nov 2025.