Senior Pharmacy Technician Supply Services

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Worthing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust in Worthing is seeking aSenior Pharmacy Technician to lead the Pharmacy Supplies Service, ensuring safe, efficient supply and high-quality patient care. You will oversee staff development, KPI delivery and compliance with licensing requirements.

The role requires a registered UK Pharmacy Technician, Band 6 level experience, and a commitment to continuous service improvement within the NHS trust. The post is full-time and based at Worthing Hospital.

Qualifications

• Registration as a UK Pharmacy Technician.
• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services, BTEC Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent Accredited Checking Technician accreditation.
• Experience of Wholesale Dealers License.
• Leadership Experience.
• Experience of QMS system.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high quality, safe and effective pharmacy service, actively participating in the delivery of services to all areas of the department.
• Co-ordinate and support the training and development of pharmacy assistants and pre-registration pharmacy technicians with respect to ward services.
• Provide leadership and management of staff, processes, procedures and workload/workforce planning and development of the Supply services.
• Ensure patients and staff receive excellent service and medications are supplied in a safe and efficient manner which meets set KPIs.
• Manage risks, errors and near misses in the various ward and pharmacy environments, ensuring risks are identified and mitigated.
• Co-ordinate and lead on investigations and outcomes to incidents, errors and complaints received regarding the Supply services.
• Continuously contribute to service improvements
• Ensure adherence to Wholesale Dealers license in regards to the supply of stock medicines to external unit
• Maintain Pharmacy QMS system

Skills

Leadership

Education

Registration as a UK Pharmacy Technician

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or Equivalent

Tools

Wholesale Dealers License

QMS system experience

Job description

Senior Pharmacy Technician Supply Services

Main area Senior Pharmacy Technician Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 279-8311083-SEP26

Band 6

Employer University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Worthing Hospital Town Worthing Salary £39,959 - £48,117 Per annum Pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 05/10/2026 23:59

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values . We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research , we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

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Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Senior Pharmacy Technician to provide leadership and co-ordination of the Pharmacy Supplies Service.

You will be need to be an experienced Pharmacy Technician, with a relevant pharmaceutical qualification and registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Pharmacy Technician to provide leadership and co-ordination of the Supply service.

You will:

• Deliver a high quality, safe and effective pharmacy service, actively participating in the delivery of services to all areas of the department.
• Co-ordinate and support the training and development of pharmacy assistants and pre-registration pharmacy technicians with respect to ward services.
• Provide leadership and management of staff, processes, procedures and workload/workforce planning and development of the Supply services.
• Ensure patients and staff receive excellent service and medications are supplied in a safe and efficient manner which meets set KPIs.
• Manage risks, errors and near misses in the various ward and pharmacy environments, ensuring risks are identified and mitigated.
• Co-ordinate and lead on investigations and outcomes to incidents, errors and complaints received regarding the Supply services.
• Continuously contribute to service improvements
• Ensure adherence to Wholesale Dealers license in regards to the supply of stock medicines to external unit
• Maintain Pharmacy QMS system

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.

You will be able to find a full Job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents or contact the senior team for more information.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Registration as a UK Pharmacy Technician
• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services, BTEC Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent Accredited Checking Technician accreditation
• Experience of Wholesale Dealers License
• Leadership Experience
• Experience of QMS system

Equality Diversity & Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants:

Important information for applicants:

A Note on AI Use in Applications

UHSussex values authenticity and encourages applicants to ensure that all application materials accurately reflect their own skills, experience, knowledge and motivations. Candidates may use AI and digital tools to support the preparation of applications, for example to assist with spelling, grammar, structure or accessibility needs. However, applicants remain responsible for the content submitted and should ensure that it genuinely represents their own abilities and experience. Where there are reasonable concerns that an application does not authentically reflect the applicant's own knowledge, skills, experience or suitability for the role, the Trust reserves the right to explore this further and, where authenticity cannot be satisfactorily demonstrated, to reject the application.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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