Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; Radlett; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is招聘 a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician Apprentice (Band 3) based in Radlett. This two-year fixed-term apprenticeship offers a structured programme combining on‑the‑job learning with an approved Pharmacy Technician qualification.

You will work alongside pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, support safe medicine supply, gain experience across the pharmacy service, and rotate through areas while completing workplace assessments

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths, English and Science at grade 4/C or above plus three additional GCSEs at grade 4/C or above.
• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing safe, efficient pharmacy services under supervision.
• Assist with dispensing and stock control activities.
• Develop medicines optimisation skills and maintain accurate pharmacy records.
• Rotate through different areas of the pharmacy service and complete workplace competency assessments.
• Contribute to audits and service improvement initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Organisation

IT literacy

Education

GCSEs: Maths, English & Science at grade 4/C or higher; 3 other GCSEs at 4/C

BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Tools

Microsoft Office/365

Job description

Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

NHS AfC: Band 3

Main area Pharmacy Grade NHS AfC: Band 3 Contract 2 years (2 year fixed term - until successful completion of apprenticeship. Course starts Mar27 and finishes Mar29) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 367-CORP-101640

Site Pharmacy Department Town Radlett Salary £27,106 - £28,850 per annum, pro rata (Inclusive of 5% HCAS) Salary period Yearly Closing 04/10/2026 23:59

Values Based Screener

At Hertfordshire Partnership Foundation Trust we are looking for people to join us who share our values and those of the NHS. Before your application can be considered please take part on our online values questionnaire, which you can find below. When you have finished you will be sent a 'completion code' by email, which will be valid for 6 months and required to submit your application form.

Whilst we welcome all applications from all suitable candidates, unfortunately, we will not be offering sponsorship for this role.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Pharmacy and Medicines Optimisation Team as a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician Apprentice (Band 3) on a two-year fixed-term apprenticeship programme.

This is an excellent opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining valuable workplace experience whilst studying towards an approved Pharmacy Technician qualification. Working alongside pharmacists and experienced pharmacy technicians, you will support the safe supply and management of medicines across our mental health and learning disability services.

Applicants must have GCSE English, Mathematics and Science at Grade 4/C or above, plus three additional GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).

We are looking for individuals who are organised, reliable, keen to learn and committed to delivering high-quality care. Strong communication, teamwork and attention to detail are essential.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will undertake a structured two-year Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship whilst working as part of the Pharmacy and Medicines Optimisation Team. Under the supervision of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, you will support the safe supply and management of medicines, assist with dispensing and stock control activities, develop medicines optimisation skills and maintain accurate pharmacy records. You will rotate through different areas of the pharmacy service, complete workplace competency assessments and academic learning, and contribute to audits and service improvement initiatives. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a registered Pharmacy Technician

Working for our organisation

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of ‘Outstanding’ from theCare Quality Commission.

Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. E verything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of safe, efficient and effective pharmacy services under supervision.
• Learn how to interpret, dispense and supply medicines in accordance with departmental procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assist with the supply of medicines to inpatient and community services.
• Assist with dispensing and controlled drug processes under supervision and in accordance with legal requirements.
• Assist with medicines distribution and stock replenishment services.
• Assist in maintaining pharmacy stock levels and identifying stock shortages.
• Assist with receipt, storage and distribution of pharmaceutical stock.
• Participate in stock rotation and expiry date checking.
• Assist in the safe disposal of waste medicines in accordance with local policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised pharmacy environment.
• Assist pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with medicines reconciliation activities following appropriate training and competency assessment.
• Assist with obtaining medication histories from available sources under supervision.
• Assist with assessing patients' own medicines under supervision.
• Participate in ward-based medicines management activities appropriate to the stage of training achieved

Person specification

Qualifications

• GCSE's: Math's, English and Science (at level 4/C or higher/A-C) and 3 other subjects at a minimum of grade 4/C
• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent

Experience

• Experience of working as a member of a team
• Experience of working to deadlines
• Experience of using IT packages such as Microsoft Office/365
• Experience in working in a pharmacy environment

skills/Knowledge/Ability

• Ability to read/write in English language
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Basic computer keyboard and mouse skills
• Good interspersonal skills
• Good time management, organisation and prioritisation skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Able to travel using own vehicle to various locations in Trust
• Able to apply theory to practical work

Please note, we do not charge fees for job applications, recruitment processes, sponsorship arrangements, or employment offers. Please see the Trust careers vacancy webpage and Trac as the only authorised routes for recruitment communications, applications and verification of job offers.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.