Job summary
Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician
Are you highly motivated and enthusiastic? Would you like to train in a role that can make a difference?
We are looking to recruit Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians to work at Fairfield General Hospital and Rochdale Infirmary with our friendly team.
* This is a two year fixed term appointment to commence in September 2025
Pharmacy Technicians have an important role within the hospital, managing all aspects of medicines and we have an excellent reputation within the North West for providing great training across a large variety of service areas.
Main duties of the job
This is an excellent opportunity to train for a career as a Registered Pharmacy Technician. You will study for a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians whilst you work on an apprenticeship program, gaining experience in various areas of pharmacy within the hospital.
We are looking for candidates with vision and motivation to join our dynamic team.
Applicants must possess a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade A* - C or grade 4 - 9 in English, Mathematics, Chemistry or dual Science, plus one other Science subject (or equivalent). If you have already obtained certificates for the above qualifications your certificates should be brought to the interview. Overseas qualification may need to be verified prior to interview by providing Naric Certificate of Reference or equivalent.
You must be willing and able to follow an academic and practical training course and commit up to 10 hours per week of your own time for private study.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential tomake a differenceand we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care,appreciateandinspire- to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Qualifications & Registration
Essential
- Candidates should possess a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade C or above including English Language, Maths and Chemistry (Dual Science Award accepted) plus one other science subject
Desirable
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- A basic knowledge of the role of a pharmacy technician
- An understanding of the pharmacy environment
- An understanding of the requirements of the BTEC/NVQ course in Pharmacy Services
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work as part of a team
- All candidates will need to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills to the required standard
- Enthusiasm and commitment to study for the Pharmacy Technician qualification at a nominated college
- Self-motivated and committed to study outside of working hours
- Able to accept guidance and constructive criticism
- Available to participate in Bank Holiday, weekend, and late rotas
Desirable
- Skilled on computer keyboard and applications
- Ability to use initiative
- Good time management
Person Specification
Qualifications & Registration
Essential
- Candidates should possess a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade C or above including English Language, Maths and Chemistry (Dual Science Award accepted) plus one other science subject
Desirable
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- A basic knowledge of the role of a pharmacy technician
- An understanding of the pharmacy environment
- An understanding of the requirements of the BTEC/NVQ course in Pharmacy Services
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work as part of a team
- All candidates will need to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills to the required standard
- Enthusiasm and commitment to study for the Pharmacy Technician qualification at a nominated college
- Self-motivated and committed to study outside of working hours
- Able to accept guidance and constructive criticism
- Available to participate in Bank Holiday, weekend, and late rotas
Desirable
- Skilled on computer keyboard and applications
- Ability to use initiative
- Good time management
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).