Pharmacy Technician - Band 4 - 5

Transformation Unit; Macclesfield; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

East Cheshire NHS Trust is recruiting Pharmacy Technicians to join the hospital pharmacy team. The role offers a development path from Band 4 to Band 5 with comprehensive in-house training and support to progress, in a patient‑focused NHS setting at Macclesfield.

We welcome both newly qualified technicians and experienced staff. Full-time or part-time hours are available, with 37.5 hours per week and shifts including late, weekend, and bank holidays as required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Pharmacy Technician with BTEC Level 3 Diploma and GPhC registration.
• Accuracy checking qualification (or equivalent) desirable.
• Training and progression to Band 5 will be provided as part of programme.

Responsibilities

• Rotate between dispensary and ward-based services.
• Supply medication to patients.
• Complete medicines reconciliation for newly admitted patients.
• Provide medicines management support to wards.
• Counselling and advice on medications to patients.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Discretion

Education

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Principles & Practice for Pharmacy Technicians

GPhC registration

Accuracy checking qualification (desirable)

Job description

Main area Pharmacy Grade NHS AfC: Band 4-5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Additional late, weekend and bank holidays shifts) Job ref 209-A-26-8242054

Employer East Cheshire NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Macclesfield District Town Victoria Road, Macclesfield Salary £28,392 - £39,043 per annum (subject to job matching) Salary period Yearly Closing 23/10/2026 23:59

Pharmacy Technician - Band 4 - 5

NHS AfC: Band 4-5

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Job overview

*Subject to job matching*

East Cheshire NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity for qualified Pharmacy Technicians to join our innovative and patient-focused hospital pharmacy team. We welcome applications from both newly qualified Pharmacy Technicians looking to develop their hospital pharmacy career and experienced Pharmacy Technicians who already meet the requirements for appointment at Band 5 level.

We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and who wish to expand their clinical and technical skills within a supportive and progressive pharmacy department.

This is a developmental Band 4 to Band 5 progression post. Candidates appointed at Band 4 will undertake a comprehensive training and competency programme designed to provide the knowledge, skills and experience required to progress to Band 5. The length of this development period will depend upon an individual's existing qualifications, experience and competency level. We offer excellent in-house training, educational support and development opportunities to help staff achieve their full potential.

Applicants who already possess the required qualifications, competencies and experience for the Band 5 role are encouraged to apply and may be appointed directly at Band 5 following assessment at interview.

Full and part-time hours available.
Hours per week: 37.5

Main duties of the job

You must be a qualified Pharmacy Technician with a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians (or recognised equivalent) and hold current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). An Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician qualification (or equivalent) is desirable. Qualifications and experience will be assessed on appointment, with additional training provided where required to achieve the necessary competencies.
Your duties will include dispensary services, patient counselling, accuracy checking and ward based medicines optimisation. This will include the safe and effective provision of medication and working as part of a team coordinating the supply of discharge medications on the wards. You will also support the training and development of a range of staff including Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians and Trainee Pharmacists.

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and effective provision of patient care. You must possess excellent communication and organisational skills in order to provide efficient and safe pharmacy services for patients.

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will:

• Rotate between dispensary and ward-based services.
• Be responsible for the supply of medication to patients.
• Complete Medicines reconciliation for our newly admitted patients.
• Provide medicines management support to wards.
• Provide counselling and advice on medications to patients.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Successfully completed BTEC (Business & Technology Education Council) and NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Registered pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical council UK (GPhC)
• Accuracy checking BTEC Level 4 qualification or equivalent.

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to work in busy and changing environments.
• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the trust values & objectives.

Experience

• Pharmacy experience
• Hospital pharmacy experience
• Post qualification experience as a registered technician.
• Accuracy checking experience.

Specific Job Requirment

• Able to work weekends, lates and bank holidays on a rota basis.
• Ability to meet travel requirements

Further Information

• Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question

Other Role Requirements

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

Please read the guidance for applicants and completing the application form documents prior to completing your application form (documents are located below).

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). In order to facilitate applications from all members of the community the Trust is able to offer services including Braille Applications and Interpreting Services.

The Trust may close any advertised post before the stated closing date. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible.

If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, regretfully you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.