Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

NHS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services provider in the UK is offering a 24-month fixed-term Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship in Leeds. Candidates will gain hands-on experience and complete a structured training programme aligned with NHS standards. Applicants must have five GCSE's at Level 2 including English and Science. The role offers excellent career development opportunities and the chance to work with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high-quality patient care.

Benefits

Employee wellbeing support

27 - 33 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

NHS Pension Scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold five GCSE's at Level 2.
• Basic IT skills required.
• Understanding of the Pharmacy Technician's role.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the safe delivery of pharmaceutical care.
• Participate in ward and dispensary activities.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Excellent Communication

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Five GCSE's grades A*-C/4-9 including English, Math's and Science

Tools

Basic IT / systems skills

Job description

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

The closing date is 24 November 2025

We recruit based on values and believe lived experience is an advantage. We seek out potential, not perfection. Together, we aim to be as diverse as the communities we care for.

Simply put, we employ people who care, act with integrity and have the right skills, so that we can give those with mental health challenges, learning disabilities and neurodiversity high quality care and support to live fulfilling lives, and our staff feel purposeful and valued.

Our information is available in accessible formats including braille, large print, other formats such as MS Word or coloured paper version.

Please see the attached information to help you make a successful application. There is a job description and employee specification. There are also details of our benefits and a guide to our values-based recruitment process.

If you require reasonable adjustments, or require further information please see these attached guides or contact the Recruitment Team [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

An exciting 24 month fixed term opportunity has arisen for a Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship within the Pharmacy Team.

Our apprenticeship scheme is run in partnership with a leading provider Buttercups, to ensure you are fully supported through a high-quality training programme. The apprenticeship will provide you with valuable experience and offer a strong foundation for future careers.

Whilst completing your apprenticeship programme you will be a band 3, Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician. You will be expected to fulfil the full role and responsibilities by the end of the training period, and a development plan will be put in place by your line manager confirming the competencies they expect you to develop during that time. On successful completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician. You will also have the opportunity to become an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT), further developing your professional practice and ability to undertake final accuracy checks.

Please note: Applicants must hold Five GCSE's Maths, English and Science qualifications atLevel 2 (GCSE Grades 4-9 / A -C or equivalent).

About us

The Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) is the main provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services in Leeds. We also provide specialist inpatient services in York and some highly specialised services across the country. As a teaching trust with strong links to local universities, we are a centre of excellence for teaching, research and development.

There are many benefits of working for LYPFT including fantastic employee wellbeing support, 27 - 33 days annual leave, flexible working and remote working arrangements, the NHS Pension Scheme (LYPFT pays 20.6% into your scheme each year), coaching, support and opportunities for career development and training and education support alongside a range of exclusive discounts and payment schemes including for cars, extra leave days and more organisations such as Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and NHS Discount Offers.

We also have an incredible bank department, offering variety of roles in nursing, allied health professions, healthcare support worker and administration clerical. Permanent employees are automatically added to bank.

Job responsibilities

Throughout the programme, you will be required to:

• Contribute to the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of pharmaceutical care within the Trust.
• Gain hands‑on experience across the different areas of the pharmacy department, carrying out a wide range of duties under the supervision of qualified staff.
• Participate in ward‑based and dispensary‑based activities, developing skills in medicines optimisation and safe supply processes.
• Work closely with Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, and other healthcare professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Rotate across different Trust sites to broaden your skills, knowledge, and professional experience.
• Undertake allocated and independent study, as required, to reinforce and extend your professional development.
• Ensure timely and successful completion of all elements of the training.
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development, reflecting on practice and seeking feedback to improve performance. Take part in regular appraisals and reviews, working towards agreed learning and performance objectives.
• Actively engage in team meetings, training, and supervision sessions to support learning and development.
• Work in line with departmental policies, professional standards, and relevant legislation (e.g. Health & Safety, Medicines Act).
• Present yourself professionally at all times, maintaining high standards of conduct and appearance.
• Commit fully to the Learning Agreement and adhere to its requirements throughout the training programme.

This role provides a clear and structured pathway into pharmacy, combining formal training with practical workplace experience, all supported by experienced colleagues dedicated to your development.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Guide to Values Based Recruitment. This document provides you with information to help you apply.

UK Government, Department for Educations Apprenticeship funding eligibility rules:

You must have been a UK resident for a minimum of 3 years. NB. Individuals with evidence of refugee status or those in the asylum system are exempt from this rule. Please contact [e-mail] if you believe you are eligible for this exemption.

You must have right to work for the duration of the apprenticeship.

You must not already hold the same, or a very similar, qualification.

We are not able to offer sponsorship for an apprenticeship role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Five GCSE's grades A*-C/4-9 including English, Math's and Science (double or triple)

Skills

• Excellent Communication, Attention to Detail and Interpersonal skills

Experience

• Basic IT / systems skills

Knowledge

• An understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Pharmacy Technician and its importance within the pharmacy team.

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

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust