Senior Pharmacy Technician

Bupa; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health insurer and provider is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Technician to support the delivery of patient-focused services at Cromwell Hospital. The successful candidate will manage pharmacy operations, ensure compliance with standards, and support staff training. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services and leadership experience. This position offers competitive benefits, including enhanced holiday, health insurance, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday, increasing with service

Enhanced pension and life insurance

Discounted gym access

Annual Health Services Bonus Scheme

Bupa health insurance

Qualifications

• Experience working in a hospital pharmacy setting.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Ability to lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily workflow and workload in collaboration with the Chief Pharmacy Technician.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Dispense and counsel patients on prescriptions.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication skills

Competent IT skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Job description

Job Description :

Senior Pharmacy Technician

Cromwell Hospital, 164-178 Cromwell Road, London SW5 0TU

37.5 hours per week (Rostered between 8:30am – 8:00pm Monday to Friday, and a Saturday a month rostered between 8:30/9am – 2:00pm).

Permanent

Competitive Salary

We make health happen

Cromwell Hospital, our flagship private hospital in West London, delivers world‑class inpatient and outpatient care. With 180 beds, 6 theatres, advanced intensive care units, paediatrics, diagnostics, physiotherapy, and private GP services – it’s a centre of excellence for complex care and innovation.

At Bupa, we’re proud to offer access to our state‑of‑the‑art Clinical Training Academy in Staines – a cutting‑edge space for immersive learning, innovation and growth. With advanced simulation labs, XR and VR tech, and digital training environments, it’s where we’re shaping the future of healthcare.

Are you an experienced and motivated Pharmacy Technician looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a Senior Pharmacy Technician to join our dynamic Pharmacy team, supporting the delivery of high‑quality, patient‑focused services across pharmacy areas.

How you’ll help us make health happen :

As a Senior Pharmacy Technician, you will play a key role in managing the technical function of the Pharmacy Department. Under the supervision of the Chief Pharmacy Technician and Deputy Chief Pharmacist, you will help coordinate dispensary duties, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and support the training and development of staff.

This is a flexible role across multiple pharmacy locations, requiring a proactive and organised individual who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is committed to delivering safe and effective care.

What you’ll do

• Manage daily workflow and workload in collaboration with the Chief Pharmacy Technician
• Ensure patient‑focused, responsive Outpatient Clinical Pharmacy services
• Dispense, check, and counsel patients on prescriptions in line with legal and professional standards
• Maintain accurate stock control and support billing processes
• Implement and review SOPs to ensure compliance with GPh.C, RPS, MHRA, and Home Office regulations
• Participate in audits, inspections, and service improvement initiatives
• Support training and development of new staff and work placements
• Contribute to CPD
• Participate in rota duties including late shifts, Saturdays, and Bank Holidays

Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role :

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• leadership experience, ability to lead a team
• Experience of working in hospital pharmacy setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Competent IT skills and ability to work independently
• Organised, diplomatic, and assertive team player
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health – from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.

• Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell
• Enhanced pension and life insurance
• Support with travel costs via a season ticket loan or cycle2work
• Discounted access to online gym sessions
• Annual Health Services Bonus Scheme
• Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind
• Option to join dental insurance scheme at a discounted rate
• Access to our Digital GP platform on your mobile
• Emotional wellbeing support
• Access to family mental health line
• Financial wellbeing channels
• Support for carers

Why Bupa?

We’re a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.