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The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Pharmacy Technician band 5

The closing date is 27 March 2026

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Job summary

To work as part of the Pharmacy Team to provide an effective pharmacy service in the Pharmacy Dispensary, at Ward level and to support the dispensing of out-patient prescriptions. To work as an Accredited Checking Technician, Medicine Management Technician, completing clinical checks and counselling patients with their medicines. To participate in the on-call rota.

Main duties of the job

This role supports and is part of the Pharmacy Team serving The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust including St. Margarets Hospital in Epping, Herts and Essex Hospital in Bishops Stortford, Saffron Walden Hospital and associated clinics. To assist in the provision of Pharmacy Services to the Trusts hospitals, community clinics and external providers.

About us

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Details

Date posted

13 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

000559

Job locations

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

Are you a Pharmacy Technician looking for an exciting and challenging role within a busy department? You may be recently qualified or have more experience and are looking for a change.

We are looking to recruit Rotational Pharmacy Technicians to join our friendly, patient-centred Pharmacy team based within the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, Essex . The roles will be a part of both the dispensary and ward based pharmacy teams.

For this role you will need to be registered with the GPhC with experience of medicines reconciliation at ward level. You will also be required to have achieved a Regional Final Accuracy Checking Accreditation.

We have vacancy for both full time and part time applicants on a fixed term basis until October 2026.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will be responsible for providing an accurate and efficient service in the pharmacy dispensary and on wards, to include dispensing prescriptions, leading, final accuracy checking prescriptions. medicines reconciliation and preparing for patient discharge. You will need to be a highly motivated and responsible individual with a passion for customer service and team work.

You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills further through our development programme supported by a friendly and experienced team.

Working patterns will include some late standby shifts, on-call, weekend and bank holiday working.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will need to be flexible in carrying out their duties according to the demands of the service. They will be expected to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating personal responsibility and a commitment to high standards. The role requires excellent communication and organisational skills and a forward thinking, adaptable attitude.

Please see JD for full details.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

Are you a Pharmacy Technician looking for an exciting and challenging role within a busy department? You may be recently qualified or have more experience and are looking for a change.

We are looking to recruit Rotational Pharmacy Technicians to join our friendly, patient-centred Pharmacy team based within the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, Essex . The roles will be a part of both the dispensary and ward based pharmacy teams.

For this role you will need to be registered with the GPhC with experience of medicines reconciliation at ward level. You will also be required to have achieved a Regional Final Accuracy Checking Accreditation.

We have vacancy for both full time and part time applicants on a fixed term basis until October 2026.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will be responsible for providing an accurate and efficient service in the pharmacy dispensary and on wards, to include dispensing prescriptions, leading, final accuracy checking prescriptions. medicines reconciliation and preparing for patient discharge. You will need to be a highly motivated and responsible individual with a passion for customer service and team work.

You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills further through our development programme supported by a friendly and experienced team.

Working patterns will include some late standby shifts, on-call, weekend and bank holiday working.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will need to be flexible in carrying out their duties according to the demands of the service. They will be expected to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating personal responsibility and a commitment to high standards. The role requires excellent communication and organisational skills and a forward thinking, adaptable attitude.

Please see JD for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level 3 and BTEC or equivalent qualification in Pharmaceutical Science
  • Regional Accredited Checking Technician qualification and/or Clinical Certificate in medicine management for Pharmacy Technicians
  • Ability to complete NVQ A1 Assessor Award
  • Current registration as Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

  • Regional Technician Self Development Scheme

Experience

Essential

  • Accuracy checking and/or Medicines Management experience

Desirable

  • Hospital Pharmacy Experience
  • Supervisory experience
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level 3 and BTEC or equivalent qualification in Pharmaceutical Science
  • Regional Accredited Checking Technician qualification and/or Clinical Certificate in medicine management for Pharmacy Technicians
  • Ability to complete NVQ A1 Assessor Award
  • Current registration as Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

  • Regional Technician Self Development Scheme

Experience

Essential

  • Accuracy checking and/or Medicines Management experience

Desirable

  • Hospital Pharmacy Experience
  • Supervisory experience

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX


Employer's website

https://www.pah.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX


Employer's website

https://www.pah.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Pharmacy Lead

Claire Ponton

c.ponton@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

13 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

000559

Job locations

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX


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