Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone who is looking to further their career in Healthcare.
The Radiopharmacy unit is looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated person to join our friendly and dynamic team to provide a high quality radiopharmaceutical service. The role as a Radiopharmacy Production Assistant would be ideal for someone with a background in Pharmacy Technical services, Nuclear Medicine or Good Manufacturing Practice. For the right candidate who shows an aptitude for the job we would encourage further training to help with future career development.
The Addenbrookes CUH strives to innovate and improve care to patients. You will be part of a team of highly professional and dedicated staff whose aim is to provide an excellent, patient focus service. The prime function of the department is the preparation of diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals, in a safe and efficient manner according to Good Manufacturing Practice and National Standards.
Our aim is to provide our valued staff with training to become skilled, competent and confident in their job roles. We encourage innovative working which includes the development of our facilities to meet regulatory requirements and the growing needs of the service. We promote learning and development within our organisation.
We welcome applicants who are willing to be part of a team in a department where the role is diverse, Radiopharmacy experience advantageous but not compulsory as full training will be given.
Main duties of the job
o Perform general duties in Radiopharmacy. Primarily performing and maintaining a high level of hygiene in all areas of the Radiopharmacy.o Help with transfer sanitisation of manufacturing materials into the clean room. Participate in preparing cleanroom gowns for laundry.o Arrange the safe disposal of radioactive materials.o Other duties to support a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the timely dispatch of radioactive products.o To provide dispensing support and dispensing checks. Routine daily constancy checks of all dose calibrators. Top up of all blank labels.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment.
For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.This vacancy will close at midnight on 29th July 2025
Interviews are due to be held on 11th August 2025
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment.
For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.This vacancy will close at midnight on 29th July 2025
Interviews are due to be held on 11th August 2025
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of good general education (GCSE Level C/4 and above, or equivalent)
- Obtained/working towards NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services or equivalent
- Literate and numerate to degree required for post
Desirable
- East and South east England 2 day Aseptic Dispensing Course
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to perform calculations and equipment calibration
- Must understand a wide range of SOP's or work practices
- Understanding of aseptic processing
- Experience of working in a hospital aseptic unit or similar environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic computer literacy (word, excel).
- Must display a full understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practise) or equivalent.
- Must have an understanding of Quality Management Systems.
- Maintaining clean and hygienic work environments.
- Contamination control (microbial)
- Awareness of Radiation decontamination control
Desirable
- Awareness of clean environments and / or radiation
- Trust policy & procedures - knowledge of COSSH
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication
- Good interpersonal skills, liaising regularly with key groups/stakeholders
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to think ahead and plan accordingly
- Ability to respond to change and apply new developments without difficulty
- Demonstrates resilience and ability to cope under pressure
- Shows initiative and demonstrates an enquiring mind
Desirable
- Working collaboratively and enthusiastically as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of good general education (GCSE Level C/4 and above, or equivalent)
- Obtained/working towards NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services or equivalent
- Literate and numerate to degree required for post
Desirable
- East and South east England 2 day Aseptic Dispensing Course
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to perform calculations and equipment calibration
- Must understand a wide range of SOP's or work practices
- Understanding of aseptic processing
- Experience of working in a hospital aseptic unit or similar environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic computer literacy (word, excel).
- Must display a full understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practise) or equivalent.
- Must have an understanding of Quality Management Systems.
- Maintaining clean and hygienic work environments.
- Contamination control (microbial)
- Awareness of Radiation decontamination control
Desirable
- Awareness of clean environments and / or radiation
- Trust policy & procedures - knowledge of COSSH
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication
- Good interpersonal skills, liaising regularly with key groups/stakeholders
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to think ahead and plan accordingly
- Ability to respond to change and apply new developments without difficulty
- Demonstrates resilience and ability to cope under pressure
- Shows initiative and demonstrates an enquiring mind
Desirable
- Working collaboratively and enthusiastically as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
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).