Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Cambridge is offering an exciting Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician programme. This 27-month training position includes rotational work across various pharmacy sections, providing hands-on experience while working towards a GPhC-accredited qualification. Candidates will need to dedicate time for study both at work and in their own time. The position offers pay under Annex 21, with benefits including professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment focused on diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

On-site leisure facilities

Reduced bus travel costs

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Must study a minimum of 6-8 hours per week outside of work.
• Must participate in a weekend and public holiday rota.
• Must be a UK resident for the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Complete practical and theoretical study for national qualification.
• Participate in training events and development opportunities.
• Provide services in accordance with Trust policies.

Skills

Pharmacy practice

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Completion of GPhC accredited programme

Tools

Pharmacy dispensing software

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity for you to work in our Pharmacy department and study towards an approved national qualification from a GPhC accredited learning provider leading to professional registration as a Pharmacy Technician. We will be recruiting for our Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician programme.

Training and Rotations

You will work in a variety of areas of Pharmacy as part of a rotational timetable, including:

• Inpatient & Clinical Trials dispensaries
• Aseptic areas for TPN & Cytotoxic manufacturing
• Medicines Information Stores & Distribution & Procurement
• Clinical – Ward Pharmacy Services
• Medicines Optimisation

Across all rotations, you will be supervised and trained in the practice of Pharmacy. You will be enrolled onto a GPhC accredited programme. It involves timely completion of a blended learning training programme, consisting of self-directed e-learning, gaining competence and confidence in providing Pharmacy services in a work based environment. You will be allocated 20% 'off the job learning' time.

You will be expected to study a minimum of 6‑8 hours per week in your own time as well as the weekly allocated study sessions at work.

Responsibilities

Undertake theoretical and practical study and work towards an approved national qualification from a GPhC-accredited training provider and achieve all criteria as per training provider requirements in a timely manner. Participate in and contribute to planned training events, and professional development opportunities as appropriate. Work on rotation in designated sections of the Pharmacy within Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust providing services to its patients and other service users in accordance with Trust and Departmental policies and procedures. Participate in the weekend and public holiday rota services at Addenbrooke's Hospital.

Qualifications and Conditions

This training post is for 27 months and following successful completion of all criteria this will allow candidates to apply for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician.

The posts will be paid at Annex 21. During the first year of your contract you will be paid at 70% of the top of Band 4 and in the second year at 75% of the top of Band 4.

Hours of work are 37.5 per week Monday to Friday with some flexibility outside core hours plus weekend and Bank Holiday rota work.

Applicants must have been a UK resident for the last three years and have a right to work in the UK, or have indefinite leave to remain with documents that are not due to expire during the duration of the apprenticeship contract. CUH is unable to support sponsorship for this post.

For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. Interviews cannot be guaranteed.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 5 January 2026. Interviews are due to be held on 15 January 2026.

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together, Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high‑quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

Equality and Diversity

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Benefits

We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site, free Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites, and a free route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. Hot food is available 24 / 7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. A staff pod break space with free tea and coffee is located in the Deakin Centre.

Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Why Choose Cambridge University Hospitals?

• Our values and reputation for outstanding care
• Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
• Career and development opportunities
• Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
• Research experience and opportunities
• Lovely location and quality of life
• Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail, and air)