Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician Apprentice

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider in Carshalton is offering an exciting opportunity for a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician Apprentice. This full-time 2-year apprenticeship will provide comprehensive training across various pharmacy domains. Candidates must have GCSE qualifications in Maths, English, and a science subject. This role involves both work-based and classroom learning, preparing trainees to register as qualified Pharmacy Technicians with the General Pharmaceutical Council upon completion.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have GCSEs in Maths, English, and one science subject.
• Previous hospital or community pharmacy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage in a rotational training programme covering various aspects of pharmacy duties.
• Complete work-based assessments and contribute to a work-based portfolio.

Skills

Good communication skills both written and verbal

Self-motivation

Ability to provide individualised patient-focused care

Good telephone manner

Knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights

Ability to organise own workload

Education

4 GCSEs Grade C or above or equivalent

GCSE Maths, English and at least one science subject

Job description

Go back Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician Apprentice

The closing date is 17 December 2025

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is excited to present an exceptional opportunity for Apprentice Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians.

This apprenticeship presents a rare opportunity for aspiring Pharmacy Technician to undergo professional growth and development within a dynamic healthcare environment. Successful candidate will contribute significantly to our dedicated pharmacy teams, playing a crucial role in advancing patient care. We eagerly anticipate welcoming enthusiastic individual to join our esteemed Trust.

The qualification earned is accredited/recognised by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), facilitating registration as a qualified Pharmacy Technician.

All posts are fixed term for 2 years with a full-time contract of 37.5 hours per week and require participation in the late night, weekend and Bank Holiday rotas.

Candidates must be eligible to undertake an apprenticeship in the UK to apply for the role.

Annex 21 Band 4 ( 70% of Top Point of Band 4 for Year 1 and 75% of Top Point of Band 4 for Year 2)

Main duties of the job

You will engage in a rotational training programme covering various aspects such as ward-based medicines management, dispensary, clinical outpatient pharmacy, stores, and procurement. This hands‑on experience will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the pharmacy technician role in different healthcare settings.

As a trainee, you will engage in work‑based activities for four days each week, acquiring vocational experience and fulfilling the competencies necessary to complete the Level 3 diploma. Simultaneously, one day per week will be dedicated to virtual classroom sessions, focusing on the foundational knowledge supporting the diploma. The training process involves collaboration with an assessor to craft a work‑based portfolio, complete work‑based assessments, and finalize assignments/projects.

Upon successfully concluding the training program, trainees become eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council and practice as a Registered Pharmacy Technician.

Throughout the training period, the individual will be under supervision, with the level of autonomy determined by the supervisor and contingent upon the successful completion of assessments or competency standards required for specific tasks.

As a PTPT you must be prepared and able to commit to approximately 8–10 hours minimum home‑based study per week in addition to your normal working hours. Good organisational skills are needed to manage studying and working full time.

About us

St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000‑strong workforce.

Job responsibilities

The job description is attached for full information. This apprenticeship consists of work‑based tasks and assessments as well as a knowledge‑based course with assessments. You will need to study in your own time in addition to your daily working hours.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• 4 GCSEs Grade C or above or equivalent or grade 4‑9
• GCSE Maths, English and at least one science subject + no degree level qualification related to pharmacy

Experience

• Previous hospital or community pharmacy experience
• Knowledge of stock rotation and expiry dates

Skills and abilities

• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Self‑motivation
• Ability to provide individualised patient‑focused care
• Good telephone manner
• Knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights
• Ability to organise own workload

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

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

£32,199 to £34,876 a year
Band 4 Annex 21, pa pro rata incl HCAS Outer