Pharmacy Technician

Integrated Care System; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a Pharmacy Technician at HMP Five Wells in Wellingborough. You will play a crucial role in providing a safe and high-quality pharmaceutical service, contributing to the healthcare of individuals in a secure environment. This full-time role offers up to £40,211 per annum, with extensive support for career development.

Benefits

Bespoke induction and training

Career development opportunities

24/7 employee assistance helpline

Discounts on shopping and leisure activities

Qualifications

• Qualifications in pharmacy with current registration.
• Relevant post-qualification experience.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in safe, legal provision of pharmacy services.
• Direct patient contact within the healthcare department.
• Promoting safe patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Clinical Service Delivery

Education

NVQ Level 3 or BTEC equivalent

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Five Wells, a category C prison located in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

The prison has its own pharmacy on site with 7 wings, each with a medical admin.

The site currently offers shift times of 7am-7.15pm on weekdays and 8am-5.30pm on weekends.

This position is full time, you'll receive an annual salary up to £40,211 per annum - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a legal right to work in the UK, and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the provision and delivery of a safe, legal, high-quality prison pharmaceutical service, maintaining security at all times.
• Working within the healthcare department with direct patient contact, as part of a comprehensive healthcare package based on the prison's needs.
• Promoting safe patient care.
• Developing and applying new skills to enhance clinical service delivery.

If you're interested in career development, we offer a wide range of opportunities, including both internal and external options for growth and learning.

It doesn't stop there, we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support for your professional growth
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial support

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders' and immigration removal centres. We are the UK's leading independent provider of NHS services in secure environments, serving over 40,000 patients, always prioritizing their needs regardless of background.

Our purpose is to unlock your best work life, guided by our core values:

• Treat patients and colleagues with respect
• Act with integrity
• Embrace diversity
• Strive for continuous improvement together

We seek caring, compassionate, and driven professionals to help us achieve a fair and inclusive healthcare environment for all.

• Hold NVQ Level 3, BTEC, or equivalent qualifications, with current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Relevant post-qualification experience in a pharmacy setting and multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work in a busy environment and independently following policies and procedures.

Experience in hospital, community, or prison pharmacy environments is desirable but not essential.

Working in secure environments offers unique challenges and rewards. If you're eager to develop your healthcare skills and learn in a dynamic environment, this could be the right role for you.

Job description & responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

Join our Pharmacy team at HMP Five Wells, a category C prison in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire.

The prison has an on-site pharmacy serving 7 wings, each with medical administration.

Shift times are from 7am to 7.15pm on weekdays and 8am to 5.30pm on weekends.

This is a full-time role with an annual salary up to £40,211, depending on experience.

Support and development

• Induction and specialized training
• Career progression opportunities
• Learning Management System for ongoing development

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Employment is subject to vetting and security checks.