Senior Pharmacy Technician - Dispensary | Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Kingston Hospital Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the City of London is seeking an enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join their busy dispensary team. The ideal candidate will supervise the technical team and ensure efficient dispensary operations. Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council is required. This role offers comprehensive support for personal and professional growth, alongside a range of wellbeing resources. Applications are welcomed from both hospital and community backgrounds.

Benefits

On-site staff nursery

Wellbeing practitioners

Comprehensive occupational health services

24/7 employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the dispensary technical team.
• Implement changes that benefit the department.
• Deputise for the Chief Technician.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the dispensary services.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team-working skills

Supervisory skills

Education

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our busy and friendly dispensary team at Kingston Hospital. You will be working alongside an experienced team in a technician‑led dispensary providing a comprehensive dispensary service to a wide range of specialties including surgery, medicine, elderly care, critical care and our community services. In addition to excellent communication and team‑working skills, you must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Applications from candidates with either a hospital or community background are welcomed. Please note: ‘Previous candidates need not apply’.

Responsibilities

• To supervise the dispensary technical team and oversee the day‑to‑day running of the dispensary services.
• Responsible to lead the team and implement changes that benefit the department.
• Deputise for the Chief Technician for allocated duties in their absence.
• Deputise for the Chief Technician – Dispensary Manager in their absence in supervising the dispensary.
• Responsible for making sure all duties are carried out in a timely manner and deadlines are met.
• Assist in the development and implementation of SOPs.
• To coordinate and investigate stock checks and discrepancies by completing the daily stock check reports.
• To assist in the induction of new starters and staff rotating through both departments.

Qualifications

Must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Development and Staff Wellbeing

Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment.

Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on‑site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly ‘shoutouts’ and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.

This advert closes on Sunday 9 Nov 2025.