Cross sector (Aseptics) Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Manchester is seeking motivated individuals for the role of Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician. This role offers extensive development opportunities and requires dedication to studying and practical training. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 4 GCSEs, including Maths and English, and possess skills in teamwork, accuracy, and attention to detail. You'll work in a dynamic pharmacy division, engaging in medication management and aseptic preparation.

Qualifications

• Completion of GCSEs including Maths, English and two science subjects.
• Experience in pharmacy preferred.
• Strong skills in teamwork and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Carry out aseptic preparation for various treatments.
• Engage in medicines management at the ward level.
• Provide high-quality dispensing services.

Skills

Ability to work accurately

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Minimum of 4 GCSEs grades A-C/4-9 including Maths and English

Level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services with pharmacy experience

Job description

Overview

A vacancy at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. Cross sector Aseptics Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician. Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking individuals with enthusiasm, flexibility and commitment to join our pharmacy division as Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians. This role is based at Wythenshawe Hospital and includes rotations at all sites in MFT. We offer extensive development opportunities within a supportive and dynamic work environment. If you have a high degree of enthusiasm and are eager to train and study to become a registered Pharmacy Technician we encourage you to apply.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out aseptic preparation including parenteral nutrition, CIVA, cytotoxic drugs, gene therapy and monoclonal antibodies from point of prescription receipt, including accurately measuring volumes and following departmental procedures.
• Engage in medicines management duties at ward level, such as medicines reconciliation, assessing patients\' own medications and ordering medications.
• Provide a high-quality dispensing service for all patients within the Trust.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

Qualifications and skills

• Minimum of 4 GCSEs grades A-C/4-9, which must include Maths, English Language and two science subjects preferably Chemistry and Biology (dual or combined accepted).
• If you do not possess a Science GCSE but have completed a Level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services and have at least two years of pharmacy experience, you are still eligible to apply but will complete an additional assessment.
• Ensure that all GCSE results are clearly documented on your application. If qualifications were obtained overseas, please secure a NARIC certificate before the interview.
• The ideal candidate will possess the following skills: the ability to work accurately and methodically and under pressure; an excellent eye for detail.

Study and development

Students will virtually attend college on day release to achieve the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practices for Pharmacy Technicians. This is a demanding role and will require study both in work and in your own time. The expectation is to dedicate at least 10 hours each week to facilitate the completion of your studies. You will receive full support from an Educational Supervisor and qualified pharmacy assessors to complete the qualification.

About MFT

Working with us gives you the knowledge, skills, behaviours and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns. MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of over £3bn and is creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year. We champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We are introducing Hive, our Electronic Patient Record system launched in September 2022, and we are a major academic Research Centre & Education provider with ongoing Green Plan to promote sustainability.

Diversity and inclusion

At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing. Diversity matters: all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

Application information

This advert closes on Thursday 9 Oct 2025. To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, see the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ and read the Candidate Essentials Guide which accompanies the Job Description and Person Specification.