Pharmacy Technician

Greater Manchester Mental Health Nhs Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave plus bank

Excellent pension

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Wellbeing programme

Blue Light Card Discounts

fuelGenie Fuel Cards

Job summary

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Pharmacy Technician to deliver high-quality services within a prison healthcare setting. You will manage medicines, support safety checks, and contribute to training and policy development while working to ensure continuity of care in a secure environment.

The role includes medicines reconciliation, In Possession Risk Assessments, and supervision of junior staff.

Qualifications

• Accurate dispensing and checking of medications.
• Strong communication with patients and staff.
• Ability to supervise juniors and support training.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and label medications accurately.
• Administer medicines at designated points.
• Perform medicines reconciliation and risk assessments.
• Supervise and train staff; act as Technician in Charge.
• Support policy development and audits.

Skills

High accuracy

Communication skills

Team supervision

Education

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Tech

GPhC registration

Tools

Procurement systems

Computerised ordering

Job description

Job summary

The Band 5 Pharmacy Technician is responsible for delivering high-quality, effective pharmacy services within a prison healthcare setting. This includes both technical and clinical services aimed at improving patient care. The role involves pharmacy-based duties in addition to safe and timely medication administration, supporting medicines management, and contributing to the education and training of pharmacy and nursing staff. The postholder will play a key role in medicines reconciliation, In Possession Risk Assessments, and the management of specialist medications and controlled drugs. They will liaise with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care, support compliance and adherence strategies, and contribute to the development and implementation of pharmacy policies and procedures. Working within their professional scope, the technician will also supervise and train junior staff, support service development initiatives, and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and Trust standards. The role requires a high level of accuracy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a secure and often challenging environment.

Main duties of the job

1. Dispensing and Supply

• Accurately dispense medications, including complex dose regimens and compliance aids.


• Participate in labelling, dispensing, and accuracy checking.


• Manage Controlled Drugs in line with legal and Trust policies.


• Maintain stock levels and ensure timely procurement of medications.

2. Medicines Administration and Patient Care

• Administer medications on allocated Medication Administration Points.


• Conduct medicines reconciliation, compliance checks, and In Possession Risk Assessments.


• Provide advice to patients and staff on medication use.

3. Technical and Clinical Support

• Act as lead technician in designated areas, ensuring continuous supply and service quality.


• Handle supply issues, liaise with manufacturers, and resolve routine clinical queries.


• Monitor cold-chain and storage compliance.

4. Communication and Collaboration

• Liaise with prescribers, nursing staff, and external services to ensure safe and effective medication use.


• Coordinate with other healthcare professionals for specialist medication supply.

5. Training and Supervision

• Supervise and train pharmacy staff, students, and nursing staff.


• Act as Technician in Charge in the absence of the Team Lead.


• Participate in postgraduate training delivery and staff development.

6. Governance and Development

• Contribute to policy development and implementation.


• Undertake audits and support service improvement initiatives.


• Maintain CPD and adhere to GPhC standards.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Details

Date posted: 23 October 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Closing date: 08 November 2026

Staff benefits

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years


• Excellent pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Salary sacrifice car scheme


• Wellbeing programme


• Blue Light Card Discounts


• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

Essential qualifications and experience

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC


• BTEC Level 3 Professional Diploma in principles and practice for pharmacy technicians or equivalent


• Relevant post qualification experience including recent employment as registered technician


• Experience in procurement of drugs and computerised ordering systems

Desirable

• Evidence of post-qualification training e.g. Certificate in management or supervision


• Experience of working in a Prison as a pharmacy technician

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior pharmacist, Ching Lee, [e-mail], 01618175825

Employer details

Employer name: Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Pharmacy department, HMP Manchester, 1 Southall St, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, M60 9AH, United Kingdom

Employer's website: Apply through our website