Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, motivated individuals who ideally have some Pharmacy experience, with 4 GCSEs including Maths, English and Science at Grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
The successful candidate must have good organisational and interpersonal skills, be a team player, able to work individually whilst knowing their own limitations, who is comfortable working within a large department and able to demonstrate that they are committed to a career in Pharmacy. The 2 year post will involve rotating into Dispensary, Stores & Procurement, Community Pharmacy and Ward based working.
At the end of the 2 year contract the student will be expected to have attained:Pharmacy Technician (integrated) Level: 3 (Standard) Apprenticeship
A considerable amount of additional study will be required in the student's own time. The successful candidate must have good time management skills both in and out of work due to the pressure of undertaking the qualification, and being in full time employment. A learning contract must be adhered to at all times.This post requires participation in the late night, weekend and Bank Holiday rota.
It is essential that you provide evidence of the essential qualifications prior to interview.
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital
Interview Date: TBC
Main duties of the job
This is a 2 year fixed term contract - Proposed start date 11th September 2023
Salary: NHS Afc Band 4 Annex 21
Year 1: 70% of £27,596
Year 2: 75% of £27,596
The post is across the newly merged University Hospital Dorset - you will be asked during interview which site you prefer to work at. For information regarding each site please contact:
Bournemouth Hospital
Claire Fountain-Barber
Email: claire.fountain-barber@uhd.nhs.uk
Tel: 0300 019 6375
Poole Hospital
Kiera Jose
Email: kiera.jose@uhd.nhs.uk
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 4 GCSEs to include: -English GCSE at Grade C/Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent English Language evidence, which can include Functional Skills level 2* -Maths GCSE at grade C/Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy, which can include Functional Skills Level 2 -Science GCSE x 1 at Grade C/Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or equivalent
- Must be eligible for apprenticeship funding
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent)
Experience
Desirable
- Previous Pharmacy experience
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Neat, accurate, numerate
- Methodical and accurate approach, ensuring attention to detai
- Good I.T. skills
Knowledge
Desirable
- Background knowledge in dispensing and the day to day running of hospital pharmacy
Other requirements
Essential
- Prepared to participate in Weekend / Bank Holiday / Late Night rota
- Prepared to undertake a substantial amount of study in own time
- Must be able to independently travel between and to all locations necessary for training and work placements
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Confident but willing to be aware of own limitations / authority
- Willing to learn and share that knowledge with others
- Conscientious and reliable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 4 GCSEs to include: -English GCSE at Grade C/Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent English Language evidence, which can include Functional Skills level 2* -Maths GCSE at grade C/Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy, which can include Functional Skills Level 2 -Science GCSE x 1 at Grade C/Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or equivalent
- Must be eligible for apprenticeship funding
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent)
Experience
Desirable
- Previous Pharmacy experience
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Neat, accurate, numerate
- Methodical and accurate approach, ensuring attention to detai
- Good I.T. skills
Knowledge
Desirable
- Background knowledge in dispensing and the day to day running of hospital pharmacy
Other requirements
Essential
- Prepared to participate in Weekend / Bank Holiday / Late Night rota
- Prepared to undertake a substantial amount of study in own time
- Must be able to independently travel between and to all locations necessary for training and work placements
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Confident but willing to be aware of own limitations / authority
- Willing to learn and share that knowledge with others
- Conscientious and reliable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
