Production Technician - Higher Level (XR05)

NHS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS team as a Production or Pharmacy Technician Higher Level. You will oversee the preparation of IV medicines, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This full-time role offers opportunities for development within a dynamic environment. The department is expanding, providing a chance to contribute to transformative aseptic services in England.

Qualifications

• Experience of supervising and training staff.
• Aseptic preparation and Good Manufacturing process experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise preparation of Ready to Administer IV medicines.
• Organise and co-ordinate staff and workload in a busy unit.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and maintain standards of service.

Skills

Manual Dexterity

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Level 3 Science Manufacturing Qualification

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a Production or Pharmacy Technician Higher Level to join a rapidly growing team that provides Ready to Administer IV medicines. The successful applicant will be responsible for all aspects of the day to day running of a busy unit, including accuracy checking of medicines.

The Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit is based at Moor House and operates under an MHRA licence. The service provides high quality pharmaceutical products for our patients whilst having no direct patient contact.

To perform this role, you will need good manual dexterity and a high ability to concentrate whilst maintaining accuracy. There is a requirement to wear PPE.

Applicants must have a Level 3 Science Manufacturing Qualification or an NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent and be registered or eligible to register with the GPhC or the Science Council. Aseptic experience is desirable but not essential.

We would be interested to hear from enthusiastic and motivated candidates who want a higher level of responsibility and have a commitment to support the NHS.

Interviews will be held on the 18 June 2025.

Main duties of the job

This role involves the direct supervision of the preparation of Ready to Administer IV medicines including pre, in-process and final accuracy checking of products. You will also gain experience of working with Quality Systems as part of this role including updating SOPs, raising non-conformances and completing investigations.

You will support the Specialist Technicians by organising and co-ordinating the staff and workload whilst ensuring all batches are prepared according to standard operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practice. You will also be involved in training and development within the team and will gain experience of coaching and mentoring staff. Experience of training others may be beneficial.

This is an exciting time to join this department as our growing service means there will be many opportunities for development and progression.

The post is a full-time post of 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly over a 4-day working week (Monday to Friday) but the post holder must work until 7pm as part of some of the shifts. You will also be expected to participate in a Bank Holiday and Weekend rota

About us

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the biggest NHS Trusts in the country, offering a range of both general and specialist hospital services with excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We have an international reputation for excellence in specialist care, research and academic training.

The Pharmacy Department at LTHT is highly respected, forward thinking and recognised within the organisation for collaborative working.

The department is expanding to build a new Pharmacy Aseptic Medicines Hub which is part of a national programme to transform aseptic services in England. WYAAT has been identified as a pathfinder site for the programme which will oversee the implementation and operation of a new aseptic facility to supply large volumes of injectable medicines to WYAAT organisations. Its an exciting time to join our team to deliver real change and to work within a supportive and dynamic environment.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.

Details Date posted

08 Mai 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9298-MMP-387

Job locations

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Job description Job responsibilities

Working as an experienced and qualified Production Technician the post holder will contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of the Pharmacy Preparative Service.

Manage, co-ordinate and prioritise workload and staff in a busy Licensed Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit on a daily basis.

Undertake accuracy checking duties including pre and in-process and post-production checking.

Supervise the work of staff including trainees by maintaining standards of service, ensuring compliance with SOPs, completion of documentation and communicating any changes in working practice.

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please see the attached job description.

Expected Shortlisting Date

06/06/2025

Planned Interview Date

18/06/2025

Job description Job responsibilities

Working as an experienced and qualified Production Technician the post holder will contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of the Pharmacy Preparative Service.

Manage, co-ordinate and prioritise workload and staff in a busy Licensed Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit on a daily basis.

Undertake accuracy checking duties including pre and in-process and post-production checking.

Supervise the work of staff including trainees by maintaining standards of service, ensuring compliance with SOPs, completion of documentation and communicating any changes in working practice.

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please see the attached job description.

Expected Shortlisting Date

06/06/2025

Planned Interview Date

18/06/2025

Person Specification Skills and Behaviours Essential

• Able to work under pressure
• Able to prioritise workload
• Able to work accurately and independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications Essential

• Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician qualification or BTEC in pharmaceutical science or NVQ level 3 in pharmacy services or equivalent qualification
• Registered or eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council, Science Council or equivalent body.

Experience Essential

• Experience of supervising and training staff

Desirable

• Aseptic preparation and Good Manufacturing process

Person Specification Skills and Behaviours Essential

• Able to work under pressure
• Able to prioritise workload
• Able to work accurately and independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications Essential

• Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician qualification or BTEC in pharmaceutical science or NVQ level 3 in pharmacy services or equivalent qualification
• Registered or eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council, Science Council or equivalent body.

Experience Essential

• Experience of supervising and training staff

Desirable

• Aseptic preparation and Good Manufacturing process

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)