Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician

Always wanted to start a career within Pharmacy but didn't know where to start? We are recruiting for Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians to join the Imperial College NHS Trust as an Apprentice!

You will be paid at 70% of the top of band 4 in your first year and 75% in your second. Fixed term contract terminating 28/02/2027.

The course is challenging and requires study in your own time, so an aptitude for learning is required.

Apply now and let your passion for pharmacy shine!

Eligibility Criteria

Due to this being an apprenticeship, you can only apply if you meet the following criteria:

• Have the equivalent of 9 to 4 or A* to C pass at GCSE Level in English Language, Math, Science, plus 1 other subject pass.
• Overseas qualifications require an ENIC Statement of Comparability; this number is required on the application form.
• You cannot be considered with Access to HE qualifications or degrees if they contain pharmacology content.

Education provider reviews qualifications; submission of qualification certificates/ENIC statement of comparability are required before the interview.

As a Pharmacy Technician apprentice, you'll participate in a fixed-term training programme involving work-based training and formal study (underpinning knowledge). You'll need to be patient-focused, have good interpersonal and communication skills, be a quick learner, able to adapt, keen to get involved, and committed to the training programme.

Main Duties of the Job

• This is a two-year fixed-term training contract enabling the post holder to undertake a structured and comprehensive training and education programme whilst working towards gaining the Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship which meets the GPhC's regulations for registration to practice as a Pharmacy Technician. You will participate in theoretical day-release training provided by a commissioned education provider and practical on-the-job training where you will undertake technical duties in dispensing and supplying medicines. There is limited opportunity to undertake the reconstitution of cytotoxic and other aseptically prepared items.
• The post holder is required to maintain sufficient progress and meet the training and assessment requirements of the course. Successful appraisal and completion of the first year is a requirement for entry into the second year. Completion of a portfolio of evidence within the allocated time is essential.

About Us

At Imperial College Healthcare, you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative, and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working, and wellbeing, along with a staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan, or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time, or job share. Please talk to us at the interview.

Job Responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required.

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

• 4 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including Maths, English Language, 1 Science (core), and 1 other subject.
• Non-UK qualifications must be supported by an ENIC statement of comparability equivalent to the 4 GCSEs in Maths, English Language, Science, and 1 other subject.
• A Levels.

Experience

• Experience of working in a team.
• Experience of prioritising and organising study deadlines in order to meet requirements and a commitment to learning.
• Work experience in hospital pharmacy and/or community pharmacy in the UK.
• Previous experience working in a hospital setting.
• Experience of stock management.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Knowledge of the role of a pharmacy technician.
• Communicates effectively with good listening skills.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately and sustain concentration under pressure.
• Good customer care skills.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety.

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.