Rotational Pharmacy Technician (Internal Only)

Royal Devon; Barnstaple; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Royal Devon is seeking a Rotational Pharmacy Technician for an internal-only vacancy within our hospital pharmacy. You will rotate through all sections of the department to ensure timely and safe dispensing for wards and patients, and assist with Clinical Trial Medication processes.

We welcome newly qualified technicians and those nearing registration. The role requires NVQ Level 3 and BTEC qualifications with GPhC registration, and may include ACPT or PIPC progression.

Qualifications

• Flexible working including weekends, late duty and bank holidays.
• Rotational role across all areas of the department.

Responsibilities

• Rotate throughout the department to ensure medicines are supplied to wards and patients.
• Assist with provision of Clinical Trail Medication.
• Participate in flexible working as rota requires.

Skills

Flexibility

Team orientation

Rotational work

Education

NVQ Level 3

BTEC qualifications

GPhC registration

ACPT or PIPC (desirable)

Job description

Vacancies Rotational Pharmacy Technician (Internal Only)

Role Summary

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Rotational Pharmacy Technician to join our forward thinking, patient focused team. This vacancy is suitable for individuals looking for a variety within Hospital Pharmacy.

This is a rotational role where the successful candidate will be required to rotate throughout the Department to ensure medicines are supplied correctly and efficiently to our wards and patients.

About the Role

More detail about the role

This is a rotational post where the successful candidate will be working in all areas of the department as well as assisting with the provision of Clinical Trail Medication.

Applicants will need to hold the relevant NVQ Level 3 and BTEC qualifications. You will need to be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. It is desirable that you will hold ACPT or PIPC qualification or be willing to work towards this.

We welcome applications from newly qualified and soon to register Technicians.

Any successful applicant will be required to participate in flexible working which will include weekend, late duty and Bank Holiday rotas.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, across Monday to Friday with weekend and Bank Holiday working as per the rota.

Interview Date:2nd of November 2026

For further information please contact:Maria Phillips, Dispensary Manager, on 01271 322395 or [e-mail] or Sarah Humphrey, [e-mail]

This is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trustand Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.

Rotational Pharmacy Technician (Internal Only)

• Salary Band 4: £28,392 - £31,157 per annum pro rata
• Frequency Annual
• Vacancy Reference 185-122514-14521
• Contract Type Permanent
• Closing Date 29 October, 2026
• Job Category Pharmacy
• Staff Group Additional Professional Scientific and Technical