Job summary
Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (PTPT)
This role is to work as a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician, learning and practicing the knowledge skills and behaviours required to become a registered Pharmacy Technician. You will complete a training programme allowing you to experience all aspects of pharmacy.
This is a2-year full-time, fixed term apprenticeship, starting in February 2026, which will result in you completing the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians, which is required to enable you to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician. This PTPT training will be hospital based, primarily within the Pharmacy Department, Harplands Hospital.
Main duties of the job
You will gain experience in all aspects of pharmacy services including ward based clinical pharmacy where you will be interviewing patients about their medications on admission, working as part of the multidisciplinary team to ensure all medications are available for the patient, including the provision of leave & / or discharge medication. You will be trained in dispensing, medicines optimisation, stock management and procurement.
This experience will enable you to play an integral part in our Trust Values. C.A.R.E. Compassionate, Approachable, Responsible and Excellent.
About us
We provide a friendly and sociable working environment and are looking for forward thinking, enthusiastic and highly motivated staff to train within our constantly developing team.This highly sort after training opportunity is an advanced apprenticeship, whereby apprenticeship funding rules apply.
It is an exciting time to train and to be a Pharmacy Technician as the role is constantly expanding and developing. If you love a challenge, love learning new things and working as part of an encouraging, hardworking, and supportive team, then this could certainly be the role for you.
We will provide a training plan for the successful student to ensure a full and engaging experience. The post includes hands-on work experience, and 1 day per week study leave, which is currently a combination of self-directed learning and college time. The college enrolment will be for February 2026.
You will study to achieve: -o Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians, a two-year training program with and End Point Assessment (EPA) process at the end stages of the course.Learners who achieve the Pearson Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians can apply for professional registration as pharmacy technicians, with The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Entry requirements for this regionally funded post are as follows:
GCSEs: Maths C, English and Science (at C or above) and 3 other subjects at a minimum of grade C .
Or
Pharmacy Services QCF Level 2 or equivalent with 12 months current experience and hold a functional skills level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
Or
Three A levels, one of which is a relevant science subject and Maths C (GCSE or equivalent).
Or
Degree in science or humanities and Maths C (GCSE or equivalent).
If a candidate has the new numbering system of grades for GCSE please use the below:
Where a grade C is required they must have 4 or above.
The successful candidate will need to be motivated and organised with a positive friendly can-do attitude. Be hardworking, reliable and willing to undertake work-based competencies as well as proactive within their studies.
The salary for this training post is 70% of the top of a Band 4 pay band year 1 and then 75% of the top of a Band 4 pay band Year 2. (Annex 21/U). For existing NHS staff pay preservation will be available. (Annex 30). This can be discussed further at interview. The annual leave entitlement would be 27 annual days per year plus Bank Holidays.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Entry requirements for this regionally funded post are as follows:
GCSEs: Maths C, English and Science (at C or above) and 3 other subjects at a minimum of grade C .
Or
Pharmacy Services QCF Level 2 or equivalent with 12 months current experience and hold a functional skills level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
Or
Three A levels, one of which is a relevant science subject and Maths C (GCSE or equivalent).
Or
Degree in science or humanities and Maths C (GCSE or equivalent).
If a candidate has the new numbering system of grades for GCSE please use the below:
Where a grade C is required they must have 4 or above.
The successful candidate will need to be motivated and organised with a positive friendly can-do attitude. Be hardworking, reliable and willing to undertake work-based competencies as well as proactive within their studies.
The salary for this training post is 70% of the top of a Band 4 pay band year 1 and then 75% of the top of a Band 4 pay band Year 2. (Annex 21/U). For existing NHS staff pay preservation will be available. (Annex 30). This can be discussed further at interview. The annual leave entitlement would be 27 annual days per year plus Bank Holidays.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE's: Math's 4/C, English and Science (at 4/C or above) and 3 other subjects at a minimum of grade 4/C. Or Pharmacy Services QCF Level 2 or equivalent with 12 months current experience and hold a functional skills level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in Maths and English. Or Three 'A' levels, one of which is a relevant science subject and Maths 4/C (GCSE or equivalent). Or Degree in science or humanities and Maths 4/C (GCSE or equivalent).
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 pharmacy services. IT qualification?
Experience
Essential
- Able to work as a part of a team.
- Able to work independently
- Computer literature
Desirable
- Previous pharmacy experience
- Knowledge of pharmacy services and systems
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good communication skills, written, oral and listening
- Able to undertake calculations necessary to support safe pharmaceutical practice
Desirable
- Familiarity of pharmacy Ascribe system
- Understanding of GPhC standards
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE's: Math's 4/C, English and Science (at 4/C or above) and 3 other subjects at a minimum of grade 4/C. Or Pharmacy Services QCF Level 2 or equivalent with 12 months current experience and hold a functional skills level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in Maths and English. Or Three 'A' levels, one of which is a relevant science subject and Maths 4/C (GCSE or equivalent). Or Degree in science or humanities and Maths 4/C (GCSE or equivalent).
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 pharmacy services. IT qualification?
Experience
Essential
- Able to work as a part of a team.
- Able to work independently
- Computer literature
Desirable
- Previous pharmacy experience
- Knowledge of pharmacy services and systems
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good communication skills, written, oral and listening
- Able to undertake calculations necessary to support safe pharmaceutical practice
Desirable
- Familiarity of pharmacy Ascribe system
- Understanding of GPhC standards
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.
