Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Worthing; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join University Hospitals Sussex as a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician and receive full educational support while earning a wage. This fixed-term position involves hands-on experience, with the potential to register as a Pharmacy Technician upon completion of training and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Candidates must provide certificates before interview.
• Must meet Apprenticeship eligibility criteria.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rigorous training and competency program.
• Work at Worthing or Chichester hospitals gaining vocational experience.
• Contribute to service delivery on a flexible basis.

Skills

Good work/life/study balance

Motivation

Self-discipline

Education

Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above

Job description

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NHS AfC: Band 3

Main area: Pharmacy Grade: NHS AfC: Band 3 Contract: Fixed term: 24 months (2 Year Fixed Training Contract) Hours:

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (N/A) Job ref 279-7277358-JUN25

Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type: NHS Site: Worthing and Chichester Town: Worthing and Chichester Salary: £24,625 - £25,674 per annum Salary period: Yearly Closing: 03/07/2025 23:59

About our Trust

At UHSussex, we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of excellence, ambition, and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our dedicated staff work towards a common goal – to always put our Patients First. Our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto, and you will play a part in driving us forward and improving patients’ lives across Sussex.

We value diversity and inclusion, offering staff networks, buddy schemes, and being a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with compassion and empathy, supporting staff wellbeing and work-life balance through extensive programmes and flexible working options.

As a university trust and healthcare research leader, we prioritize learning, teaching, and training to help our staff grow and develop. We hope you choose a long and fulfilling career with us, making a difference and feeling valued.

Job overview

Are you interested in earning a wage while training to become a Pharmacy Technician?

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians (PTPTs) to join our pharmacy department at University Hospitals Sussex Trust, based at Worthing or St Richards Hospital in Chichester.

Candidates need a minimum of 4 GCSEs or equivalent at Grade C/4 or above, including Maths, English Language, ONE Science (biology, chemistry, physics, or equivalent), and ONE other GCSE. Certificates must be provided before interview for verification. Candidates must also meet Apprenticeship eligibility criteria.

Learn more about the Pharmacy Technician role here:

https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/pharmacy/roles-pharmacy/pharmacy-technician

Main duties of the job

Full educational support is provided. You will need to learn new IT systems and embrace technology to provide safe patient care.

You must be committed to achieving the qualification, participating in a rigorous training and competency program. You should demonstrate good work/life/study balance, motivation, and self-discipline.

Your training involves working at Worthing or Chichester hospitals, gaining vocational experience, completing competencies for the Level 3 diploma, and participating in virtual classrooms for knowledge acquisition. You will develop a work-based portfolio, undertake assessments, and complete assignments.

Successful trainees will be eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council and practice as a registered Pharmacy Technician after completing the training, e-portfolio, and EPA.

The role involves contributing to service delivery on a flexible basis, including weekends, late duties, and bank holidays.

Working for our organization

We promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels valued and supported through staff networks and buddy schemes. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our staff and patients with compassion and empathy. Our wellbeing programme supports staff needs, including flexible working options.

As a research-led university trust, we value learning, teaching, and training. We aim for your career growth and to recognize your contributions.

We look forward to your application and to welcoming you to our team.