Lead Pharmacy Technician – Education and Training (Secondment)

NHS; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Lead Pharmacy Technician for a 9-month secondment role focused on education and training. The successful candidate will lead pharmacy apprenticeships and guide the development of pharmacy assistants and technicians, ensuring high-quality training delivery to their team. This is an opportunity to evolve in a pivotal healthcare role within one of the largest employers in Nottingham.

Benefits

Endless personal development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Registered technician with a passion for education and training in a hospital setting.
• Accredited accuracy checker or on course to become one.
• Experience in training pharmacy technicians and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Participate in departmental induction and training development.
• Operational duties in dispensary and clinical pharmacy service.
• Lead facilitator for Pharmacy Apprenticeships Standard Level 2 and 3.

Skills

Training

Leadership Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

BTEC/ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services

Job description

Go back Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Lead Pharmacy Technician – Education and Training (Secondment)

The closing date is 30 June 2025

We are looking for an enthusiastic, positive and forward thinking Pharmacy Technician with an interest in education and training to join our team on a 9 month secondment.

Working as part of our pharmacy Education and Training team the successful candidate will engage with the wider pharmacy department to ensure high-quality, robust and innovative education and training is delivered.

The role continues to evolve and can provide great career development for the right person.

In this role you will act as the lead facilitator for the Pharmacy Apprenticeships Standard Level 2 and Level 3, you will also be responsible for taking the lead in identifying, training and supporting present and future extended roles for Pharmacy Assistants (ATO's) and Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians (PTPTs).

We are looking for a technician who has the aptitude and skills that are required to motivate, nurture and develop staff and services. If you think you are that person, apply now!

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to participate in reviewing and updating departmental induction, training and validation material and maintain and develop general induction plans for all staff groups.

You will be required to partake in operational duties equating to 20% of the job role (dependant on working hours). This may be in the dispensary and/or clinical pharmacy service, playing an important role in being part of a team working at ward level to deliver an exceptional medicine supply service.

Other duties will include involvement in the education and training of the technical aspects of other pharmacy and health care professionals.

Applications are welcomed from registered technicians with a passion for education and training in a hospital setting. You will be expected to be innovative and progressive in your approach to the development of pharmacy assistant technical officers, pre-registration trainee pharmacy technicians and the pharmacy services. You will be an accredited accuracy checker (with proof of either a local or national qualification) or on course to become one.

About us

With over 18,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and personal specification for more information on the key responsibilities of the post holder.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

• BTEC/ Level3 in Pharmaceutical Services or equivalent
• Coaching and / or mentoring experience or qualification

Experience

• Has experience of training pharmacy technicians, pharmacy trainees or support staff through demonstration and instruction
• Has previous experience in one or more of the core aspects of hospital pharmacy and has an understanding and knowledge of the pharmacy environment
• Ability to implement and propose changes to practice/policies
• Good knowledge of current Education & Training topics
• Ability to perform and work under pressure to deliver objectives and plans
• Experience of people / team management
• Able to design and deliver pharmacy workshops

Communication and relationship skills

• Good verbal, written and interpersonal skills with an ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of individuals within and outside NUH Trust
• Ability to give feedback (negative and/or positive) to individuals in an appropriate way
• Teaching / Training skills
• Leadership Skills
• Can adapt verbal communication to a learners individual needs

Analytical and Judgement skills

• Accurate and logical with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to record, interpret and monitor data and respond to information accordingly
• Knows own limitations
• Innovative and forward thinking
• Ability to identify an individual's training needs
• Evidence of understanding of extended pharmacy technician roles

Planning and organisation skills

• Methodical with good organisational skills to prioritise workload, manage own time effectively and meet required deadlines
• Able to adapt plans and prioritise tasks in accordance with learners and department needs
• Evidence of ability to manage change
• Able to interact with other team members to organise and plan inductions and training
• Able to work under intense pressure and demands from varying and conflicting sources within the Trust and externally

Physical skills

• Ability to work accurately and sustain concentration over short to long periods
• Physical Effort: During a shift the post holder will frequently be required to exert light physical effort and may sit for long periods of time using IT equipment or meeting staff
• Mental Effort: During a shift the post holder may experience unpredictable workload with some extremely busy periods with lots of background noise/distractions. Constant concentration is required for accurate work

Other requirements specific to the role

• Professional, credible, accountable, responsible and confident
• Commitment to support the Trust's Values
• Prepared to work flexible hours over 7 day shifted pattern of work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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