Pharmacy Technician

NHS; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated healthcare practice in Taunton is seeking an enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to support safe and efficient use of medicines. The role includes managing repeat prescriptions, conducting medication reconciliation, and improving patient outcomes in a friendly multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates are registered with GPhC and have experience in a community or hospital setting. Competitive salary and part-time hours offered.

Benefits

NHS Pension

Continuing Professional Development

Qualifications

• Understanding of medicines management principles.
• Experience in pharmacy (community, hospital, or primary care).
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage repeat prescription requests in accordance with practice protocols.
• Undertake medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge.
• Assist with the delivery of medicines optimisation initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician (GPhC)

Tools

EMIS Web

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly general practice team. This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills and knowledge to support safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines in primary care.

Working closely with our Clinical Pharmacist(s), GPs, and wider multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in improving patient outcomes through medicines optimisation. Your responsibilities will include supporting the repeat prescription process, undertaking medication reconciliation after hospital discharges, assisting with medication reviews, and ensuring medicines are prescribed and used in line with current guidelines.

You will liaise with patients, carers, community pharmacies, and other healthcare providers to ensure safe continuity of care. The role also involves contributing to audits, prescribing safety work, and cost-effective prescribing initiatives, as well as providing education to patients on their medicines within your scope of practice.

We welcome applications from pharmacy technicians working in community or hospital settings who wish to develop their skills in general practice. Full induction, training, and ongoing professional development will be provided. You must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) and committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of the general practice team to support safe, effective, and efficient prescribing. Key responsibilities include processing and reauthorising repeat prescriptions under agreed protocols, resolving medication queries, and undertaking medication reconciliation after hospital discharges, outpatient appointments, or care transfers.

You will assist Clinical Pharmacists and GPs in delivering medicines optimisation, including supporting structured medication reviews, audits, and prescribing safety work. The role will involve liaising with patients, carers, community pharmacies, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care and reduce medicines waste.

Additional duties include supporting the implementation of local and national prescribing guidelines, assisting with formulary compliance, and maintaining accurate clinical records in line with practice protocols. You will contribute to quality improvement initiatives, help train and support practice staff on medicines processes, and participate in multidisciplinary meetings.

The post holder will work within their professional scope of practice, maintaining registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) and undertaking continuing professional development to keep skills and knowledge up to date.

About us

French Weir Health Centre is a well-established, forward-thinking GP surgery providing high-quality, patient-centred care to the local community. We care for approximately 17,500 patients and are proud of our strong clinical team, which includes GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, clinical pharmacists, and administrative staff working closely together to deliver safe, effective healthcare.

Our ethos is to combine traditional general practice values with innovative ways of working, ensuring we meet the changing needs of our patients. We are committed to continuous improvement, clinical excellence, and supporting our staff to develop their skills through ongoing training and professional development.

We work closely with our Primary Care Network (PCN) colleagues and local healthcare providers to deliver enhanced services, improve access to care, and reduce health inequalities in our community. The practice has a good CQC rating and an excellent reputation for being a supportive and friendly workplace.

At French Weir Health Centre, we value teamwork, open communication, and a positive working environment where every member of staff plays a vital role in delivering the best outcomes for our patients.

Details Date posted

14 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A1316-25-0002

Job locations

1 French Weir Avenue

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 1NW

Job description Job responsibilities

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician General Practice

Reports to: Clinical Pharmacist / GP Prescribing Lead Location: French Weir Health Centre, Taunton Hours:Part-time (Wednesday and Thursday all day) Salary: Dependent on experience, in line with NHS Agenda for Change + NHS Pension

Job Summary

The post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to support the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines within French Weir Health Centre. Under the supervision of the Clinical Pharmacist(s) and GPs, you will be responsible for supporting medicines optimisation activities, improving prescribing safety, reducing waste, and enhancing patient care.

You will process repeat prescriptions, reconcile medicines following hospital discharges, liaise with patients and community pharmacies, and contribute to medicines audits and quality improvement projects. The role will involve both patient-facing and administrative duties, always working within your professional scope of practice and maintaining your registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Repeat Prescriptions & Medicines Administration

• Manage repeat prescription requests in accordance with practice protocols, ensuring accuracy and safety.

• Reauthorise repeat medications within agreed protocols, referring to a Clinical Pharmacist or GP when needed.

• Monitor prescribing patterns to support formulary compliance and cost-effective use of medicines.

• Identify patients requiring medication review and flag appropriately to the clinical team.

Medication Reconciliation

• Undertake medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge, outpatient appointments, or other care transfers.

• Ensure any discrepancies are identified and resolved promptly in consultation with a prescriber.

• Update the patient record accurately to reflect any medication changes.

Medicines Optimisation and Safety

• Assist with the delivery of medicines optimisation initiatives to improve clinical outcomes and reduce waste.

• Support the implementation of national and local prescribing guidelines.

• Participate in prescribing safety audits and quality improvement projects.

• Identify patients at risk of adverse drug events and escalate appropriately.

Patient Support and Education

• Provide information to patients and carers about the safe and effective use of medicines, within your scope of practice.

• Offer advice on storage, disposal, and adherence strategies.

• Signpost patients to additional resources or services when needed.

Liaison and Communication

• Work closely with GPs, Clinical Pharmacists, nurses, and other practice staff to ensure smooth medicines management processes.

• Liaise with community pharmacies, care homes, and hospital pharmacy teams to ensure continuity of care.

• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and healthcare colleagues, adapting your approach to meet individual needs.

Administrative and Record-Keeping

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on the clinical system in line with practice protocols and GPhC standards.

• Ensure confidentiality and data protection requirements are met at all times.

• Contribute to the maintenance of standard operating procedures for medicines management.

Professional Development and Governance

• Maintain your GPhC registration and comply with the professional code of conduct.

• Participate in annual appraisal and agree a personal development plan.

• Undertake relevant CPD to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills.

• Attend and contribute to practice meetings, training sessions, and multidisciplinary case discussions.

• Participate in significant event analysis and reflect on practice to support continuous improvement.

Other Responsibilities

• Work in accordance with the policies and procedures of French Weir Health Centre and the wider PCN.

• Contribute to the smooth running of the practice by assisting colleagues during busy periods.

• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility, as required by the practice.

Working Relationships

• GPs

• Clinical Pharmacists

• Practice Nurses and Healthcare Assistants

• Practice Management and Administrative Staff

• Community Pharmacy Teams

• Hospital Pharmacy Departments

• Care Home Staff

• Patients and Carers

Confidentiality

In the course of your duties, you will have access to confidential information relating to patients, carers, practice staff, and other healthcare workers. All such information must be treated with the strictest confidence in accordance with the Data Protection Act and practice policies.

Health & Safety

You are required to comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and the practices health and safety policies. You must ensure a safe working environment for yourself, colleagues, and patients, and report any hazards or incidents promptly.

Equality and Diversity

You must support the practices commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, treating patients, carers, and colleagues with dignity and respect at all times.

Person Specification (Summary)

Essential:

• Registered Pharmacy Technician (GPhC).

• Experience in pharmacy (community, hospital, or primary care).

• Understanding of medicines management principles.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Good IT and communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience working in general practice.

• Knowledge of EMIS Web or similar clinical system.

• Experience in medicines audits and quality improvement.

This description reflects the core duties of a pharmacy technician in primary care while remaining compliant with NHS Jobs and GPhC scope-of-practice expectations.

Job description Job responsibilities

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician General Practice

Reports to: Clinical Pharmacist / GP Prescribing Lead Location: French Weir Health Centre, Taunton Hours:Part-time (Wednesday and Thursday all day) Salary: Dependent on experience, in line with NHS Agenda for Change + NHS Pension

Job Summary

The post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to support the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines within French Weir Health Centre. Under the supervision of the Clinical Pharmacist(s) and GPs, you will be responsible for supporting medicines optimisation activities, improving prescribing safety, reducing waste, and enhancing patient care.

You will process repeat prescriptions, reconcile medicines following hospital discharges, liaise with patients and community pharmacies, and contribute to medicines audits and quality improvement projects. The role will involve both patient-facing and administrative duties, always working within your professional scope of practice and maintaining your registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Repeat Prescriptions & Medicines Administration

• Manage repeat prescription requests in accordance with practice protocols, ensuring accuracy and safety.

• Reauthorise repeat medications within agreed protocols, referring to a Clinical Pharmacist or GP when needed.

• Monitor prescribing patterns to support formulary compliance and cost-effective use of medicines.

• Identify patients requiring medication review and flag appropriately to the clinical team.

Medication Reconciliation

• Undertake medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge, outpatient appointments, or other care transfers.

• Ensure any discrepancies are identified and resolved promptly in consultation with a prescriber.

• Update the patient record accurately to reflect any medication changes.

Medicines Optimisation and Safety

• Assist with the delivery of medicines optimisation initiatives to improve clinical outcomes and reduce waste.

• Support the implementation of national and local prescribing guidelines.

• Participate in prescribing safety audits and quality improvement projects.

• Identify patients at risk of adverse drug events and escalate appropriately.

Patient Support and Education

• Provide information to patients and carers about the safe and effective use of medicines, within your scope of practice.

• Offer advice on storage, disposal, and adherence strategies.

• Signpost patients to additional resources or services when needed.

Liaison and Communication

• Work closely with GPs, Clinical Pharmacists, nurses, and other practice staff to ensure smooth medicines management processes.

• Liaise with community pharmacies, care homes, and hospital pharmacy teams to ensure continuity of care.

• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and healthcare colleagues, adapting your approach to meet individual needs.

Administrative and Record-Keeping

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on the clinical system in line with practice protocols and GPhC standards.

• Ensure confidentiality and data protection requirements are met at all times.

• Contribute to the maintenance of standard operating procedures for medicines management.

Professional Development and Governance

• Maintain your GPhC registration and comply with the professional code of conduct.

• Participate in annual appraisal and agree a personal development plan.

• Undertake relevant CPD to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills.

• Attend and contribute to practice meetings, training sessions, and multidisciplinary case discussions.

• Participate in significant event analysis and reflect on practice to support continuous improvement.

Other Responsibilities

• Work in accordance with the policies and procedures of French Weir Health Centre and the wider PCN.

• Contribute to the smooth running of the practice by assisting colleagues during busy periods.

• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility, as required by the practice.

Working Relationships

• GPs

• Clinical Pharmacists

• Practice Nurses and Healthcare Assistants

• Practice Management and Administrative Staff

• Community Pharmacy Teams

• Hospital Pharmacy Departments

• Care Home Staff

• Patients and Carers

Confidentiality

In the course of your duties, you will have access to confidential information relating to patients, carers, practice staff, and other healthcare workers. All such information must be treated with the strictest confidence in accordance with the Data Protection Act and practice policies.

Health & Safety

You are required to comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and the practices health and safety policies. You must ensure a safe working environment for yourself, colleagues, and patients, and report any hazards or incidents promptly.

Equality and Diversity

You must support the practices commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, treating patients, carers, and colleagues with dignity and respect at all times.

Person Specification (Summary)

Essential:

• Registered Pharmacy Technician (GPhC).

• Experience in pharmacy (community, hospital, or primary care).

• Understanding of medicines management principles.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Good IT and communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience working in general practice.

• Knowledge of EMIS Web or similar clinical system.

• Experience in medicines audits and quality improvement.

This description reflects the core duties of a pharmacy technician in primary care while remaining compliant with NHS Jobs and GPhC scope-of-practice expectations.

Person Specification Experience Essential

• Experience working as a pharmacy technician in community, hospital, or primary care.
• Experience managing repeat prescription processes.
• Experience undertaking medication reconciliation.
• Understanding of medicines optimisation and prescribing safety principles.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a general practice or primary care network (PCN) role.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Involvement in medicines audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Completion of, or willingness to enrol on and complete, the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP).
• Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to pharmacy practice.

Desirable

• Additional medicines management or optimisation qualifications.
• Accredited training in medicines reconciliation.
• Training in primary care prescribing systems (e.g., EMIS Web).

Person Specification Experience Essential

• Experience working as a pharmacy technician in community, hospital, or primary care.
• Experience managing repeat prescription processes.
• Experience undertaking medication reconciliation.
• Understanding of medicines optimisation and prescribing safety principles.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a general practice or primary care network (PCN) role.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Involvement in medicines audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Completion of, or willingness to enrol on and complete, the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP).
• Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to pharmacy practice.

Desirable

• Additional medicines management or optimisation qualifications.
• Accredited training in medicines reconciliation.
• Training in primary care prescribing systems (e.g., EMIS Web).

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 please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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 please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

French Weir Health Centre

Address

1 French Weir Avenue

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 1NW

Employer's website

https://www.frenchweirhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

French Weir Health Centre

Address

1 French Weir Avenue

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 1NW

Employer's website

https://www.frenchweirhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)