Pharmacy Technician (Rotational) - Pharmacy

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking a registered Pharmacy Technician to join the Aseptic Unit at the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow. You will contribute to high‑quality, safe, and efficient pharmacy services for adults and children, including preparation of systemic anti-cancer therapy and other aseptically prepared medicines.

You will support training and supervision of pharmacy support workers, provide patient‑centred care, and work within a well‑governed unit.

Qualifications

• Registration with the GPhC as a UK Registered Pharmacy Technician.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out aseptic unit activities: preparation of SACT, PN, IV additives, and related medicines.
• Support training and supervision of pharmacy support workers.
• Provide efficient, patient-centred care and support.

Skills

GPhC registered

Attention to detail

SOP adherence

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

We are seeking a highly motivated registered Pharmacy Technician to join the friendly pharmacy team at the Aseptic Unit at RHC to contribute to the delivery of high-quality, safe, and efficient pharmacy services to patients in the Greater Glasgow and Clyde Health board. You will be part of a skilled team operating within our aseptic unit.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Please see below for more details:

Skilled Worker visa

Health and Care Worker visa

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Royal Hospital for Children
• Permanent, full-time
• Five out of seven days per week, inclusive of public holidays

Key responsibilities:

• Carry out routine pharmacy technical activities within the aseptic unit, including preparation and handling of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) for adults and paediatrics, adult and paediatric Parenteral Nutrition, Intravenous Additives including clinical trials, syringes for allergy testing and other aseptically prepared medicines, adhering to SOPs and quality standards
• Support training and supervision of pharmacy support workers within a well-governed pharmacy technical services environment
• Provide efficient, patient-centred care and support

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

Essential

• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a UK Registered Pharmacy Technician
• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures
• Effective team working skills
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• An accredited checking qualification (PACT) or a commitment to working towards on appointment
• Previous hospital pharmacy or aseptic services experience; however, full training will be provided where needed

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit SchemeDevelopment opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

For an informal discussion, please contact:
Elaine Wright or Louise Taylor, Pharmacy Technician Team Leads on 0141 451 5733, or email [e-mail] [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as "various", we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.