Pharmacy Technician Apprentice: Start Your 2-Year Training

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Scotland is looking for a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician. This role offers a unique opportunity to train within NHS Lothian on a structured two-year apprenticeship leading to registration. As a trainee, you will learn to prepare and dispense medicines, manage patient supplies, and gain essential skills in clinical settings. A commitment to completing the apprenticeship is necessary, alongside essential qualifications in sciences and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Training and professional development

Access to major hospitals and care settings

Qualifications

• Eligible access routes in Pharmacy Services or Clinical Practice SCQF Level 6.
• If English is not your first language, IELTS 7 is required.
• Age 16 and above, no higher age limit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medicines safely.
• Speak with patients and manage their medicine supply.
• Rotate in clinical and technical areas.

Skills

Effective team player

Good interpersonal skills

Commitment to completing the Apprenticeship Programme

Education

National 5 in English, Maths, Chemistry, and Biology

Completion of Access to Pharmacy Services

Job description

A healthcare provider in Scotland is looking for a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician. This role offers a unique opportunity to train within NHS Lothian on a structured two-year apprenticeship leading to registration. As a trainee, you will learn to prepare and dispense medicines, manage patient supplies, and gain essential skills in clinical settings. A commitment to completing the apprenticeship is necessary, alongside essential qualifications in sciences and strong interpersonal skills.