Pharmacy Technician

NHS; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a motivated Pharmacy Technician to join the team at HMP Nottingham. The role involves safe medication administration, supporting nursing staff, and managing medication records. Ideal candidates will have GPhC registration and good communication skills. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a salary range of £31,049 to £37,796, with a focus on patient safety and service improvement.

Qualifications

• Evidence of CPD.
• Knowledge of SystmOne is desirable.
• Experience in a secure setting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide a daily medicines management service, including administering medication.
• Support nursing staff with medication queries and prescription checks.
• Perform medicines reconciliation for new admissions.

Skills

GPhC registration

Good communication skills

Knowledge of role and centre

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Pharmacy Technician to join our healthcare team at HMP Nottingham. This is a unique opportunity to work in a secure environment, delivering high-quality medicines management services to a diverse resident population.

As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for the safe and effective administration of medication, supporting both residents and nursing staff with expert advice and guidance. You will play a central role in medicines reconciliation, prescription checking, and stock management, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and national guidelines.

This role requires a proactive and compassionate individual who can work independently and collaboratively, with a strong focus on patient safety, communication, and service improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide a daily medicines management service, including administering medication and offering advice on drug-related queries.
• Support nursing staff with medication queries and prescription checks.
• Perform medicines reconciliation for new admissions to the centre.
• Manage medication stock, including checking, ordering, and removing unwanted items in line with policy.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date resident medication records using electronic systems.
• Offer advice to residents on medication compliance, minor ailments, and prescribed treatments.
• Plan and conduct medicines management checks for in-possession medication.

Person Specification

Essential

• GPhC registration
• Good communication skills
• Evidence of CPD
• Knowledge of role and centre

Desirable

• Knowledge of SystmOne
• Prison or secured services experience
• Experience in a secure setting
• Evidence of MDT working
• Active membership
• Experience of clinical governance
• Motivated and able to work alone

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.

UK Registration

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

Additional Information

• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 5
• Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year pa, pro rata
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 270-TG594-HMPNOT-A
• Job location: HMP Nottingham, Nottingham, NG5 3AG

Employer Details

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

HMP Nottingham, Nottingham, NG5 3AG

Website: https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/