Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

Cheswold Park Hospital; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Wakefield is offering a full-time apprenticeship for a Pharmacy Technician. This 2-year opportunity involves hands-on training in a pharmacy setting, providing the skills needed for GPhC registration. Applicants should have 4 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above and demonstrate good communication and organizational skills. The starting salary is equivalent to NHS Band 3 at £24,937, with additional training support.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to complete Level 3 Diploma and register with the GPhC.
• 4 GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science.
• A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Train to be a registered Pharmacy Technician over 2 years.
• Dispense clinically validated prescriptions.
• Assist in ordering medicines and stock control.

Skills

Good communication

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Computer skills

Time management

Education

4 GCSEs grade 4/C or above

Job description

Overview

Are you interested in becoming a Pharmacy Technician? We have an exciting apprenticeship opportunity for a 2-year fixed term, level 3 apprenticeship based at Fieldhead Hospital Pharmacy in Wakefield, with visits to sites in Barnsley, Dewsbury, Halifax and Huddersfield. The post offers training to register as a Pharmacy Technician on successful completion of the course.

Starting salary is NHS Band 3 equivalent £24,937 (dependent on previous NHS service). The role is full-time with day release for college via blended learning, plus allocated study time in the workplace.

Applications from those who can prove the right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes are welcome. At the time of advertising, this role does not meet UK Visas and Immigration sponsorship requirements for a skilled worker visa.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Train to be a registered Pharmacy Technician over a 2-year period, undertaking Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Standard Level 3, including competency-based training, workplace assessment, and underpinning knowledge to gain the Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Work as part of the trust-wide pharmacy team and participate in the full range of pharmaceutical services at the Trust; contribute to the smooth running of the department and provide cover for other staff when needed.
• Dispense clinically validated prescriptions, perform a 3-way check, and place items on the bench for final accuracy checks. Issue medication against stock orders and assist with stock control and management across dispensary, wards and departments.
• Assist in ordering medicines and consumables; manage stock discrepancies and shortages by liaising with colleagues; undertake reception duties (phone and hatch) as required.
• Maintain accurate records using computer equipment; communicate effectively with service users, visitors, colleagues, health professionals and external suppliers.
• Work at other localities for training as necessary; demonstrate your role to other staff; maintain safe systems of work and follow standard operating procedures.
• Fully participate in the learning agreement and learning experiences; promote the professional image of Pharmacy within the Trust and with the training provider; upon completion be eligible for GPhC registration.
• Note: This is not an exhaustive list of duties; other duties may be undertaken in discussion with the manager.

Year progression and training

• The Apprentice will progress to the second year on successful completion of the first year, under a formal learning agreement.
• Training will be conducted to complete the Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Standard Level 3 with an accredited training provider via blended learning; after completion, the apprentice will be able to register with the GPhC.

Trust values, safeguarding and policies

• The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults; all staff and volunteers share this commitment.
• All staff must comply with Trust policies and procedures; participate in mandatory training, supervision and annual appraisal, and adhere to data protection, health and safety, equal opportunities, and confidentiality policies.
• All staff must comply with smoke-free policies and contribute to reducing environmental impact; identify and report risks and hazards promptly; participate in safeguarding training as required.

Person specification and requirements

Essential

• Must be willing to complete Level 3 Diploma and be able to register with the GPhC on completion of training.
• 4 GCSEs grade 4/C or above, including Maths, English and Science.
• A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to reasonable accommodations for disabilities and pregnancy).
• Proven ability to work under pressure, be organized, self-motivated, a team player and flexible; good communication and computer skills; able to work with accuracy and good time management.

Desirable

• IT qualification; NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services; previous experience in hospital or community pharmacy.

Additional details

Location: Pharmacy, Block 6, Fieldhead Hospital, Ouchthorpe Lane, Wakefield, WF1 3SP

Employer: South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust. Website: https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk