Job summary
A two-year Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals. Gain hands-on experience in Dispensary, Ward, and Aseptic areas through structured rotations.
On completion, we'll support your GPhC registration. You must be organised, meet deadlines, and work well both independently and in a team. A rotation plan across both sites will guide your training.
Minimum entry: 4 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent), including English, Maths, and Science. Full training provided in safe, effective patient care--covering dispensing (including automated systems), medicines reconciliation, ward work, and aseptic preparation.
Training includes 3.5 days on-the-job and 1.5 days off-the-job for distance learning. You'll also complete the Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians.
Main duties of the job
- Dispense prescriptions and prepare medicines under supervision, following SOPs.
- Assist with stock control across pharmacy areas and wards.
- Support pharmacy services and departmental operations Trust-wide.
- Maintain records, follow GMP and safety standards.
- Work across sites as needed for training.
- Uphold professional conduct and comply with the Learning Agreement.
- Engage fully in all apprenticeship learning opportunities
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
If you are already an NHS employee and are applying for an Apprentice vacancy you may be entitled to pay protection.Pay protection applies where the role you are applying for is at the same AFC band or higher, and you would receive less in pay compared with your current salary due to annex 21.
Please see the NHS Employers Apprenticeship Pay Guidance and FAQs for further information and eligible criteria: Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers
*If you are currently undertaking this apprenticeship or have previously completed this apprenticeship or equivalent programme of study please do not apply for any further eligibility queries please email dbth.apprentices@nhs.netPlease note that if you are on a visa, you must have been living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years to meet the entry requirements for the course.Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQsThis guidance, FAQs and pay scenarios support the changes to apprenticeship pay, which came into force from Monday 1 July 2024.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
If you are already an NHS employee and are applying for an Apprentice vacancy you may be entitled to pay protection.Pay protection applies where the role you are applying for is at the same AFC band or higher, and you would receive less in pay compared with your current salary due to annex 21.
Please see the NHS Employers Apprenticeship Pay Guidance and FAQs for further information and eligible criteria: Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers
*If you are currently undertaking this apprenticeship or have previously completed this apprenticeship or equivalent programme of study please do not apply for any further eligibility queries please email dbth.apprentices@nhs.netPlease note that if you are on a visa, you must have been living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years to meet the entry requirements for the course.Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQsThis guidance, FAQs and pay scenarios support the changes to apprenticeship pay, which came into force from Monday 1 July 2024.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- The ability to demonstrate care, compassion and empathy
- Have positive attitude and take pride in the work and the organisation
- Treat others with respect and consideration
- Value diversity and treat people with equal respect
- Good communication skills and respect the views of others
- Ability to prioritise tasks
- Good time keeping
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- 4 GCSE's - Level 4 (grade C for qualifications obtained 2016 and previous) or above to include Maths, English and one Science or equivalent qualifications
Desirable
- BTEC Level 2 certificate in Pharmaceutical Science and NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Previous experience working within hospital and/or community pharmacy
Person Specification
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- The ability to demonstrate care, compassion and empathy
- Have positive attitude and take pride in the work and the organisation
- Treat others with respect and consideration
- Value diversity and treat people with equal respect
- Good communication skills and respect the views of others
- Ability to prioritise tasks
- Good time keeping
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- 4 GCSE's - Level 4 (grade C for qualifications obtained 2016 and previous) or above to include Maths, English and one Science or equivalent qualifications
Desirable
- BTEC Level 2 certificate in Pharmaceutical Science and NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Previous experience working within hospital and/or community pharmacy
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.
