Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician - Band 4 Annex 21

Gloshospitals; Gloucester; Remote; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers a two-year Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship across Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital. You will earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience in hospital pharmacy as you work toward becoming a registered Pharmacy Technician.

On successful completion you will be eligible to register with the GPhC and begin a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including English Language and Mathematics.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and email.
• Willingness to undertake Certificate of Higher Education.

Responsibilities

• Support the safe preparation and supply of medicines.
• Work with Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists on hospital wards.
• Develop knowledge in medicines management and stock control.
• Communicate with patients, healthcare professionals and other members of the Pharmacy team.

Skills

Hospital environment

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Personal development

Education

GCSEs including English & Maths

Basic IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Email programs

Job description

Go back Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician - Band 4 Annex 21

The closing date is 29 October 2026

Are you looking to start an exciting career in healthcare? Do you enjoy learning new skills, working with people and making a difference?

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Pharmacy team at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician.

This two-year apprenticeship offers the opportunity to earn while you learn, combining practical experience in a busy hospital environment with structured education and training.

You will work alongside experienced Pharmacy professionals, developing the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to become a qualified Pharmacy Technician. On successful completion of your apprenticeship and End Point Assessment, you will be eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician.

Whether you are leaving school or looking to take your first steps towards a rewarding career in healthcare, this could be the opportunity for you!

Main duties of the job

As a Trainee Pharmacy Technician, you will gain valuable hands-on experience across a range of pharmacy services at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will learn to:

Support the safe preparation and supply of medicines to patients.

Work alongside Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists on hospital wards, helping patients receive the medicines they need.

Develop skills in medicines management, stock control, ordering and distribution.

Communicate with patients, healthcare professionals and other members of the Pharmacy team.

Gain experience in specialist pharmacy services and develop an understanding of the different career opportunities available to qualified Pharmacy Technicians.

You will follow a structured training programme, supported by experienced colleagues, while completing a Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice with our approved training provider.

About us

At Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in Gloucestershire, with over 9,000 colleagues working together to deliver high-quality patient care.

Our Pharmacy department plays an essential role in supporting patients throughout their hospital journey, and we are passionate about developing the next generation of Pharmacy professionals.

By joining our team, you will become part of a supportive and welcoming environment where learning, teamwork and professional development are encouraged. You will have opportunities to develop new skills, gain experience across two hospital sites and build the foundations for a rewarding career within the NHS.

Job responsibilities

Important Information Before Applying

We welcome applications from enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are keen to learn and develop a career in Pharmacy.

Before submitting your application, please take the time to carefully read the attached Job Description and Person Specification, paying particular attention to the apprenticeship eligibility criteria and essential qualification requirements.

As this is a funded apprenticeship programme, applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements relating to qualifications, residency, right to work and previous learning. You must also be able to commit to the full two-year training programme, including working across both hospital sites.

Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria, as this information will be used during the shortlisting process.

We look forward to receiving your application and supporting you in taking the first steps towards a career as a registered Pharmacy Technician!

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

• Minimum of 4 GCSE's (or equivalent) including English Language, Mathematics, at least one science subject at Grade A* to C or 9 to 4)
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and email programmes

Knowledge & Skills

• A desire to work in a hospital environment with a focus on Pharmacy ensuring you treat people with kindness, compassion and with dignity and respect
• Ability to work on own initiative, independently and as part of a team
• Have responsibility for their personal development and completion of the Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice
• Ability to manage own time and prioritise workload

Personal Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate information effectively and build positive working relationships
• Capacity to work calmly under pressure.
• Able to perform manual handling tasks

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

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

£24,853 a year(pa, pro rata if part-time)