Job summary
Always wanted to start a career within Pharmacy but didn't know where to start? We are recruiting Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians to join the Imperial College NHS Trust as an Apprentice!
The course is challenging and requires studying in your own time so an aptitude to learning is required.Apply now and let your passion for pharmacy shine!
Due to this being an apprenticeship, you can only apply if you meet the criteria below:
- Have the equivalent of 9 to 4 or A* to C pass at GCSE Level in English Lan, Math, Science plus 1 other subject pass.
- Overseas qualifications - require ENIC Statement of Comparability, number required on application form.
- You cannot be considered with Access to HE qualifications or Degrees if they contain pharmacology content.
Education provider reviews qualifications, submission of qualification certificates/ENIC statement of comparability are required before interview.
As a Pharmacy Technicians apprentice, you'll participate in a fixed term training programme. Involving work-based training and formal study (underpinning knowledge). You'll need to be patient focused, have good interpersonal and communication skills, a quick learner, ability to adapt, keen to get involved and be committed to the training programme.
Interviews to be held on the 3rd & 4th December 2025 - applicants must be available on this date.Assessment activities are used as part of the application process.For further information, please email radhika.poonwasi@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
- This is a two year fixed term training contract enabling the post holder undertake a structured and comprehensive training and education programme whilst working towards gaining the Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship which meets the GPhCs regulation for registration to practice as a Pharmacy Technician.
- You will participate in theoretical day-release training provided by a commissioned education provider and practical on the job training where you will undertake technical duties in dispensing and supply of medicines.
- There is limited opportunity to undertake the reconstitution of cytotoxic and other aseptically prepared items.
- The post holder is required to maintaining sufficient progress and meet the training and assessment requirements of the course.
- Successful appraisal and completion of the first year is a requirement for entry into the second year.
- Completion of a portfolio of evidence within the allocated time is essential.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- 4 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including Maths, English Language, 1 Science (core) and 1 other subject
- Non UK qualifications to be supported by a ENIC statement of comparability equivalent to the 4 GSCEs in Maths, English Language, Science and 1 other subject
Desirable
- A levels
- Undergraduate qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team.
- Experience of prioritising and organising study deadlines in order to meet requirements and a commitment to learning
Desirable
- Work experience in hospital pharmacy and/or community pharmacy in the UK
- Previous experience with pharmacy computer systems (CMM)
- Previous experience of academic portfolio construction
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Knowledge of the role of a pharmacy technician
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively to meet deadlines
- Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions
- Good attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately and sustain concentration under pressure
Desirable
- Good customer care skills
- Knowledge of Health & Safety
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- 4 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including Maths, English Language, 1 Science (core) and 1 other subject
- Non UK qualifications to be supported by a ENIC statement of comparability equivalent to the 4 GSCEs in Maths, English Language, Science and 1 other subject
Desirable
- A levels
- Undergraduate qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team.
- Experience of prioritising and organising study deadlines in order to meet requirements and a commitment to learning
Desirable
- Work experience in hospital pharmacy and/or community pharmacy in the UK
- Previous experience with pharmacy computer systems (CMM)
- Previous experience of academic portfolio construction
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Knowledge of the role of a pharmacy technician
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively to meet deadlines
- Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions
- Good attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately and sustain concentration under pressure
Desirable
- Good customer care skills
- Knowledge of Health & Safety
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).
