Pre-registration Pharmacy Technician – Advanced Apprenticeship

NHS; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare organization is looking for a dedicated Pre-registration Pharmacy Technician. This is a unique apprenticeship opportunity that blends practical experience with academic study over a two-year placement. Applicants should have at least 5 GCSEs including the necessary sciences, a strong commitment to patient care, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic hospital environment. This role offers diverse learning and training opportunities in various pharmacy services at Kings Mill Hospital.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the role of a Pharmacy Technician.
• Knowledge of pharmacy services.
• Academic and professional qualifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Gain practical experience in various areas within the pharmacy department.
• Work collaboratively with clinical teams to ensure patient-centered care.
• Complete distance learning as part of the apprenticeship.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Familiarity with computers

Teamwork abilities

Ability to follow instructions

Time management skills

Organizational skills

Education

5 GCSEs including Math, English, and Science

NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services

A levels

Job description

Pre-registration Pharmacy Technician – Advanced Apprenticeship

The closing date is 17 December 2025

Join Our Team as a Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician!

Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust Pharmacy Department is excited to announce an opportunity for a self‑motivated individual to join our first‑year Pre‑Registration Pharmacy Technician cohort. This unique training program offers hands‑on experience in various areas, including Dispensary and ward‑based services across all four divisions: Admissions, General Medicine, Healthcare of the Older Person, and Surgery, at Kings Mill Hospital.

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive Training: Gain valuable experience in an acute hospital pharmacy setting.
• Diverse Learning Opportunities: Work across multiple divisions, enhancing your skills and knowledge.
• Collaborative Environment: Liaise with clinicians and work within multi‑disciplinary teams to provide exceptional patient care.
• Patient‑Centred Care: Ensure patients receive the right medicine at the right time.
• Two‑Year Placement: Includes day release once a week for virtual college attendance and on‑the‑job learning.
• Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Integrated Apprenticeship: Achieve this qualification through a blend of practical experience and academic study.
• Home Study: Dedicate a minimum of 20 hours per month to coursework at home.

If you are passionate about patient care and eager to develop your skills in a dynamic hospital environment, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Knowledge Requirements

• Understanding of the role of a Pharmacy Technician
• Knowledge of pharmacy services

Qualifications – Academic / Craft / Professional

• 5 GCSEs or equivalent including Grade C/4 or above in Maths, English Language and 2 Science subjects or double science. (Certificates are required). For 'O' Levels you must have Chemistry or Biology
• Must be able to meet the entry requirements for the Advanced Apprenticeship Standard including an acceptable reference for good character and an acceptable self‑declaration for health.
• Ability to be able to register with the GPhC as a registered Pharmacy Technician on achievement of mandatory qualification.
• NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services
• Experience of other NVQ/QCF qualifications
• A levels

Further Training

• Able to undertake distance learning to achieve Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) qualification.

Experience

• Clear communication skills both written and verbal
• Familiar with using a computer
• Able to produce reports and assignments using a computer
• Demonstrate that they have worked in a team effectively
• Ability to work accurately and sustain concentration
• Demonstrate ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team and manage own time well to meet deadlines
• Organisation of a team or function e.g. Scouts/Guides, school or college event, voluntary work

Contractual Requirements

• Commitment to support the Trusts values and behaviours
• Commitment to self‑development
• Commitment to studying outside working hours
• Ability to manage own time to complete coursework deadlines

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust