Trainee Pharmacy Technician

NHS; Calow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Calow is seeking a Trainee Pharmacy Technician to join their pharmacy team. The role involves enrolling in a 2-year apprenticeship to develop skills while working towards a Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Technician qualifications. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to learning within a dynamic hospital environment.

Benefits

Access to Health and Wellbeing Hub

On-site gym and counselling services

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including Maths, English Language, and Science.
• Must have a Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification.

Responsibilities

• Study towards the Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians.
• Receive training on dispensing and checking prescriptions.
• Participate in providing medicines information to patients.
• Maintain stock control and assist in pharmacy operations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Keyboard and IT skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of Pharmacy Technician role

Education

5 GCSE Grade C/4-9 in Maths, English Language and Science

Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification

Job description

Trainee Pharmacy Technician

The closing date is 26 November 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a conscientious, hardworking, and enthusiastic individual to join our pharmacy team at Chesterfield Royal Hospital as a Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician.

The successful candidate will enroll onto a 2 year Apprenticeship to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to become a Pharmacy Technician whilst working and complete the Integrated Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians course with a chosen provider.

Achievement of this qualification and completion of the apprenticeship will enable you to apply for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a qualified Pharmacy Technician.

Main duties of the job

You will be required to undertake training in all areas of the pharmacy department including dispensaries, production, stores and distribution and on the wards.

This training will enable you to play a leading role in the safe and efficient dispensing and supply of medicines for inpatients, outpatients and for patients being discharged from hospital as well as carry out ward based technician duties.

You will work alongside Technicians, Pharmacists, ATOs and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.

Applicants must have excellent communication skills, a committed and desire to learn, and an aptitude for thoroughness and accuracy. The successful candidate will be expected to develop knowledge, skills and competencies to achieve the level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians delivered by a chosen college via blended learning.

All tasks undertaken will be following local and national guidelines, policies and legislation and applicants must follow the knowledge, skills and behaviours outlined by the professional and apprenticeship standards.

About us

Chesterfield Royal is North Derbyshire's only acute district general hospital, with 24 hour Emergency Department services. We're responsible for providing care and treatment to more than 400,000 people who live in our communities. We are modern, well-resourced and in commuting distance of Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham and close to the Peak District. The Care Quality Commission has rated the Trust as 'Good'. Our vision is to be an outstanding provider of sustainable healthcare services, delivering the best possible care to our patients and being a great place to work for our people.

All employees have access to the new 'award winning' Health and Wellbeing Hub. The Hub is a free 24/7 on-site facility supporting both the physical and mental wellbeing of all colleges. This includes a fully equipped gym, counselling rooms, changing room and shower facilities.

Job responsibilities

• To study towards attainment of the Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians qualification, including attendance at Higher education college, and undertaking self-directed study
• To receive training and demonstrate relevant practical pharmaceutical aspects of a technicians role including dispensing and checking of prescriptions, completing medicines reconciliation at ward level, assessing Patients own drugs and ordering medicines.
• To carry out duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and demonstrate professional knowledge, attitudes and behaviours in line with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Standards for Pharmacy Professionals.
• To participate in in-patient, out-patient and discharge dispensing services within the dispensaries and satellites.
• To undertake pharmacy reception duties including receiving of prescriptions, taking payments and checking exemption status
• To participate in the provision of medicines information and advice to patients, carers and healthcare professionals within own limitations.
• To participate in accuracy checking of others dispensing.
• Assist in the maintenance of efficient stock control including carrying out stock checks and expiry date checks in the dispensary and ward level.
• Participate in a ward top-up service ensuring agreed stock levels and correct and safe storage according to storage conditions.
• To participate in the operation of the pharmacy store including receipt of delivered goods and associated checks and data entry
• Perform medicines reconciliation processes for newly admitted patients.
• Assess patients own drugs for suitability according to SOPs so they can be re-used where appropriate.
• To undertake continuing Professional Development as required by the Level 3 Diploma and as agreed by the department.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• 5 GCSE Grade C/4-9 in Maths, English Language and Science
• Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification

Experience

• Ability to prioritise
• Hospital experience

Skills

• Organisational skills
• Keyboard and IT skills
• Attention to detail and methodical approach to work
• Understanding of Pharmacy Technician role

Personal attributes

• Ability to recognise limits of own knowledge
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to undertake independent study
• Caring attitude
• Ability to suggest and implement new ways of working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust