Science Manufacturing Technician Apprentice

NHS; Oxford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Oxford is offering a full-time Science Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship. This role involves work-based training in aseptic dispensing, support for clinical trials, and opportunities for professional registration. Candidates should have BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent and a team-oriented attitude. Starting salary ranges from £24,937 to £26,598 per annum, with a pathway to Band 4 after completion of the apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake pharmaceutical sciences qualification.
• Previous NHS experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in work-based training in aseptic dispensing.
• Carry out day-to-day aseptic services.
• Support preparation of clinical trial doses.
• Maintain accurate product records and labels.
• Assist with clean-room cleaning and monitoring.
• Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job description

Science Manufacturing Technician Apprentice

Closing date: 29 October 2025

Full‑time, Band 3 with progression to Band 4 after completion of the apprenticeship. The role offers professional registration with the Institute of Science and Technology and internal competency development.

Main duties

• Participate in a programme of work‑based training and development across aseptic dispensing and manufacture in the Clinical Trials Aseptic Services Unit (CTASU).
• Carry out day‑to‑day aseptic services in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
• Support the preparation of clinical trial doses, including cytotoxics, epidurals, antibiotics, injectables and novel agents.
• Maintain accurate product worksheets, label batch numbers, and ensure finished products are packed and delivered safely.
• Assist with clean‑room/isolator cleaning rota, environmental monitoring, and equipment servicing.
• Work flexible hours, including weekend, evening, bank holiday and seven‑day shifts in the early CTASU rota.

Learning and training

• Complete the Level 3 Diploma in the Principles of Aseptic Pharmaceuticals Processing.
• Undergo 20% off‑the‑job training and attend virtual college sessions.
• Gain practical experience in CTASU, with short rotations into Radiopharmacy and Quality Assurance.
• Maintain Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training and adhere to CTASU standard operating procedures.

Qualifications and experience

• BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent (willingness to undertake).
• Previous NHS experience.

Person specification

• Ability to work at an isolator fully gloved and gowned.
• Enthusiastic, responsible, professional, and team‑player attitude.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, using own initiative.
• Adaptable to a changing working environment and well organised.
• Experience of team working and working on own initiative.
• Clinical trials experience.

Employer details

• Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Churchill Hospital / John Radcliffe Hospital
• Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 per annum pro rata, with progression to Band 4
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Reference number: 321‑CORP‑7526073‑B3
• Job locations: Churchill Hospital / John Radcliffe Hospital

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