Rotational Pharmacy Technician Band 5

Fulltech Ingeniería Ltda.; Harlow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join a dynamic and patient-focused Pharmacy team. This part-time role offers the opportunity to work in both dispensary and ward-based settings, ensuring high standards of service and patient care. With a commitment to staff development and a supportive environment, the organization provides various perks including flexible working options, generous leave, and training opportunities. If you are passionate about pharmacy and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free car parking

Minimum 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to NHS Pension scheme

Flexible working options

Onsite crèche facilities

Discounted hospital restaurant

Staff health and wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Registered with the GPhC and experienced in medicines reconciliation.
• Achieved Regional Final Accuracy Checking Accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and efficient service in the pharmacy dispensary and on wards.
• Work includes late standby shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.

Skills

Medicines reconciliation

Customer service

Teamwork

Pharmaceutical Science knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Science

BTEC or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Summary

Main area: Pharmacy

Grade: Band 5

Contract: Fixed term - 6 months (Ending September 2025)

Hours:

1. Part time
2. Job share
3. Flexible working

Job ref: 292-6991430-CCS

Employer: The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Employer type: NHS

Site: Princess Alexandra Hospital

Town: Harlow

Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum plus 5% high cost area supplement

Salary period: Yearly

Employer Heading

Band 5

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) provides a full range of general acute, outpatient and diagnostic services.

Our Values

1. Patient at heart
2. Everyday excellence
3. Creative collaboration

Job Overview

Are you a Pharmacy Technician looking for an exciting and challenging role within a busy department? We are looking to recruit a Rotational Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly, patient-centred Pharmacy team. This role is offered on a part-time basis of 18.75 hours a week and will be a part of both the dispensary and ward-based pharmacy teams.

For this role, you will need to be registered with the GPhC with experience in medicines reconciliation at ward level and have achieved a Regional Final Accuracy Checking Accreditation.

Main Duties of the Job

You will be responsible for providing an accurate and efficient service in the pharmacy dispensary and on wards. You should be a highly motivated and responsible individual with a passion for customer service and teamwork.

Working patterns will include some late standby shifts, weekend, and bank holiday working.

Working for Our Organisation

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust employs 3,500 staff and serves a local population of around 350,000 people. Our Trust believes in investing in all our staff while rewarding high standards of care.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

For further details, please refer to the attached job description and person specification available to download at any time.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential Criteria

1. NVQ Level 3 and BTEC or equivalent qualification in Pharmaceutical Science
2. Post qualification experience

Personal Specification

Essential Criteria

1. ACPT

Desirable Criteria

1. Medicines management qualification or experience

What We Can Offer You

1. Full induction and onboarding process
2. Free car parking for our staff
3. Structured pay scheme, including an additional living supplement
4. Minimum 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
5. Access to our Alex Lounge, a staff-only rest area with free tea and coffee
6. Access to NHS Pension scheme
7. Flexible working options available
8. Onsite crèche facilities
9. Annual appraisals with career pathways
10. In-house training courses
11. Discounted hospital restaurant
12. Staff health and wellbeing services

Important Information

1. Our Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all its employees.
2. All new colleagues joining PAHT will be subject to a probationary period of six months.
3. The closing date given is a guide only.
4. Our Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Applicant Requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.