Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Programme Developer

Truro and Penwith College; Truro; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days annual leave + bank holidays

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Relocation package

Free on-site parking

On-site benefits & discounts

Job summary

Truro and Penwith College is seeking an experienced Registered Pharmacy Technician to lead the development of a new Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Programme in Cornwall. This is a unique opportunity to design, establish and launch a high-quality apprenticeship that meets employer and sector needs, with potential to expand into teaching and leadership as provision grows.

You will develop curriculum content, create learning resources and assessment strategies, build partnerships with NHS

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC.
• Experienced in contemporary pharmacy practice and medicines management.
• Passionate about developing the next generation of pharmacy professionals.
• Skilled at building productive relationships with employers and stakeholders.
• Excellent communicator with strong organisational and IT skills.
• Experienced in mentoring, supervising, training or supporting learners in practice settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of a new Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Programme.
• Develop curriculum content, learning resources and assessment strategies.
• Build strong partnerships with NHS organisations, employers and external stakeholders.
• Support programme validation, quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Promote the programme through employer engagement activities and recruitment events.
• Support apprentice recruitment, onboarding and induction processes.
• Contribute to the future delivery, teaching and assessment of the programme as it develops.

Skills

Pharmacy practice

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

IT skills

Mentoring/training

Education

GPhC registration

Curriculum development experience

Tools

MS Office

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Hours: Part-time, Variable Hours (roughly 0.4 FTE - 14.8 hours per week)
Contract: Fixed Term until 31 August 2027
Salary: £40,167* pro rata (Band D, Point 12 (Market Forces))

Help Shape the Future Pharmacy Workforce in Cornwall

We're seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Pharmacy Technician to lead the development of an exciting new Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Programme.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in designing, establishing and launching a high-quality apprenticeship programme that meets the needs of employers, apprentices and the healthcare sector. Initially focused on programme development and employer engagement, the role has the potential to evolve into teaching, assessment and programme leadership responsibilities as the provision grows.

What you'll do

In this varied role, you will:

• Lead the design and implementation of a new Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Programme.
• Develop curriculum content, learning resources and assessment strategies.
• Build strong partnerships with NHS organisations, employers and external stakeholders.
• Support programme validation, quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Promote the programme through employer engagement activities and recruitment events.
• Support apprentice recruitment, onboarding and induction processes.
• Contribute to the future delivery, teaching and assessment of the programme as it develops.

What we're looking for

You will be:

• A Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Experienced in contemporary pharmacy practice and medicines management.
• Passionate about developing the next generation of pharmacy professionals.
• Skilled at building productive relationships with employers and stakeholders.
• An excellent communicator with strong organisational and IT skills.
• Experienced in mentoring, supervising, training or supporting learners in practice settings.

It would be great if you also have:

• Experience of apprenticeship delivery or programme management.
• Curriculum development experience within further or higher education.
• A teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• Assessor and/or Internal Quality Assurance qualifications.
• Experience across different pharmacy sectors, including community and hospital practice.

This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on pharmacy education and workforce development across Cornwall. You'll work collaboratively with healthcare employers and education professionals to create a programme that supports future Pharmacy Technicians to thrive in their careers.

We offer a generous package with benefits including 40 days annual leave plus bank holidays and College closure days, Teachers' Pension Scheme, relocation package, free on-site parking and a variety of on-site benefits and discounts.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff and students.

*Salary as advertised is based on a qualified lecturer. Non-qualified applicants will be considered but will be paid on a non-qualified lecturer scale.

CLOSING DATE

5pm, Monday 14 September 2026

Successful candidates will be notified within 4 weeks of the closing date.