Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare apprenticeship provider in the United Kingdom is looking for passionate individuals to join a 24-month apprenticeship program. The role requires meeting strict academic deadlines, exhibiting strong work ethics, and possessing excellent communication skills. Candidates need to have at least three GCSEs at grade A*–C, including Mathematics, English Language, and Science. Applications must be personal and can’t involve AI programs.

Qualifications

• Candidates must show original GCSE certificates at the interview.
• Ability to meet strict academic deadlines during training.

Skills

Passion for healthcare

Strong work ethics

Excellent time management skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Proactivity

Education

Minimum of three GCSEs at Grade A*–C / 9–4

Job description

Overview

Your apprenticeship training will be with University of East Anglia. The apprenticeship is a fixed‑term 24‑month programme and you will be employed through East Kent Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for the duration of the apprenticeship.

Eligibility Criteria

• Minimum of three GCSEs at Grade A*–C / 9–4 including Mathematics, English Language, and Science. Original copies of the above certificates will need to be shown at interview (failure to do so will result in cancellation of the interview).
• See eligibility criteria regarding apprenticeships (more information provided in Job Description document attached).

What we are looking for

• Passion for healthcare: we are seeking individuals who are genuinely passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of others and are firm supporters of our Trust's values.
• Strong work ethics: we value hard work, dedication and a commitment to excellence.
• Excellent time management skills to ensure strict academic deadlines given throughout the training period are met.
• Excellent communication skills: effective communication is key in healthcare, and we are looking for candidates who can communicate with both patients and other healthcare colleagues with care and clarity.
• Team player: you will be an essential part of our team so the ability to collaborate and support your team members is crucial.
• Proactivity and ability to participate in self‑directed study.

Interview & Application Process

On the interview day, please allow plenty of time as you might be invited for an informative group session and an individual interview after. Applicants must be able to start in February 2026. Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process.

Additional Information

This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.