Senior Pharmacy Technician

Job summary

We are looking for a motivated and experiencedSenior Pharmacy Technicianto join our healthcare team atYarl's Wood Immigration Removal Centre (IRC)on a12-month fixed-term contract - please note the end date for this postition is set as October 2026 - to provide maternity cover. This is a unique opportunity to work in a secure environment, delivering high-quality medicines management services to a diverse resident population.

As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for the safe and effective administration of medication, supporting both residents and nursing staff with expert advice and guidance. You will play a central role in medicines reconciliation, prescription checking, and stock management, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and national guidelines.

This role requires a proactive and compassionate individual who can work independently and collaboratively, with a strong focus on patient safety, communication, and service improvement.

Main duties of the job

• Provide a daily medicines management service, including administering medication and offering advice on drug-related queries.
• Support nursing staff with medication queries and prescription checks.
• Perform medicines reconciliation for new admissions to the centre.
• Manage medication stock, including checking, ordering, and removing unwanted items in line with policy.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date resident medication records using electronic systems.
• Offer advice to residents on medication compliance, minor ailments, and prescribed treatments.
• Plan and conduct medicines management checks for in-possession medication.
• Assist in the procurement of medicines and medical supplies, preparing daily orders based on usage and stock levels.
• Promote adherence to a local formulary aligned with BNF and NICE guidelines, suggesting alternatives where appropriate.

About us

As a health and wellbeing organisation here at team NHFT we are dedicated to continually innovate and strive to make a difference to our community and those working for our Trust, we aim to serve the people of Northamptonshire and surrounding areas with safe, quality care. We deliver this from an understanding of our local healthcare needs, economy and the changing demands of our community.

Our mission, making a difference for you, with you was chosen by our staff and stakeholders. It means in everything we do and through every service we provide, we want to make a positive difference in people's lives - for those we care for, those we work with and those who work with us. Everyone is part of our team.

Our core strategy is to be an employer of choice, a great place to work and be known for a diverse and inclusive culture whose staff feel valued. We provide a range of NHS services including physical, mental health and specialty services provided in hospital settings and out in the community within schools, GP clinics and patients own homes.Here at NHFT we pride ourselves on our 54321 roadmap, pictured here which encompasses our PRIDE values, leadership behaviours, teams, enablers and our mission all of which are driven by our vision of 'being a leading provider of outstanding, compassionate care'. We are extremely proud to say this has also been recognised by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and our CQC rating of Outstanding for team NHFT

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• GPhC registration
• Good communication skills
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Knowledge of SystmOne
• Prison or Secured Services experience

Essential

Essential

• Good Communincation skills
• Knowledge of Role and centre

Desirable

• Experience in a secure setting
• Evidence of MDT working

desirable

Essential

• Active membership
• good communication

Desirable

• Experience of clinical governance
• Motivated and able to work alone

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).