Job summary
Are you interested in a rewarding new career in Pharmacy? Earn whilst you learn with a two year Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship!
We have several vacancies for Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians (PTPTs) and are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our team.
Candidates must have a minimum of 4 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths, English and Science at Grade 4/C or above, be able to demonstrate they are committed to a career in Pharmacy and will ideally have some previous pharmacy experience. Evidence of essential qualifications must be provided prior to interview.Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.
All posts are fixed term for 2 years with a full-time contract of 37.5 hours per week and require participation in the late night, weekend and Bank Holiday rotas. In exceptional circumstances and reviewed on a case by case basis, a minimum of 30 hours per week may be considered.
Candidates will need to be available to start in February 2025.
Interview dates: 18th and 19th November 2024.
Main duties of the job
Throughout the two year post, PTPTs will gain practical experience and develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours across rotational opportunities in dispensary, pharmacy stores, community pharmacy and hospital wards. This is whilst undertaking a distance learning apprenticeship delivered by an accredited external education provider.
By the end of the two years PTPTs will;
- Have attained a Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Be eligible to register as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Be able to apply for Pharmacy Technician roles nationally
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.
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.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following our merger and the New Hospital Programme.In some cases this means that services may move site this year or next. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
For more information on University Hospitals Dorset visit:
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.
For more information on training as a pharmacy technician and to view a webinar recording visit:
- https://joinourdorset.nhs.uk/pharmacy/techs/
For more information on apprenticeships and eligibility criteria visit:
- https://www.gov.uk/become-apprentice
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.
For more information on training as a pharmacy technician and to view a webinar recording visit:
- https://joinourdorset.nhs.uk/pharmacy/techs/
For more information on apprenticeships and eligibility criteria visit:
- https://www.gov.uk/become-apprentice
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)
- Medicine Counter Assistant Qualification
Experience
Desirable
- Previous Pharmacy experience
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Methodical and accurate approach, ensuring attention to detail
- Good I.T. skills
- Neat
- Numerate
Knowledge
Desirable
- Background knowledge in dispensing and the day to day running of hospital pharmacy / pharmacy settings
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
- A genuine enthusiasm for a career in Pharmacy
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Confident but willing to be aware of own limitations / authority
- Willing to learn and share knowledge with others
- Conscientious and reliable
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Smart and professional image
Language Requirement
Essential
- Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
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)
- Medicine Counter Assistant Qualification
Experience
Desirable
- Previous Pharmacy experience
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Methodical and accurate approach, ensuring attention to detail
- Good I.T. skills
- Neat
- Numerate
Knowledge
Desirable
- Background knowledge in dispensing and the day to day running of hospital pharmacy / pharmacy settings
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
- A genuine enthusiasm for a career in Pharmacy
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Confident but willing to be aware of own limitations / authority
- Willing to learn and share knowledge with others
- Conscientious and reliable
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Smart and professional image
Language Requirement
Essential
- Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
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.
