Job summary
Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit enthusiastic, motivated individuals who want a future career as a Pharmacy Technician.
We are a busy Pharmacy Department offering a diverse and complex range of functions and activities including; Dispensary, ward based and clinical activities, logistics, stores and procurement, clinical trials, aseptic preparation and medicines information. We have an automated robotic dispensing and stock supply system.
The successful candidates will undertake an apprenticeship that will provide them with all of the necessary skills and knowledge to complete the Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians. Students who successfully complete the apprenticeship will be eligible to apply to register as a qualified Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC.
Entry Criteria - minimum 4 GCSE's (or equivalent level) at grade 4 or above in:Maths, English or English Language (English lit or English speaking/listening are not acceptable)Biology* or Human Biology or Chemistry* (*or Dual Award Science. NB Dual Award Applied Science at level 2 will not be acceptable)
Your application will be rejected if your qualifications are not listed along with obtained grades that clearly identify achieved levels of Maths, English, Chemistry & Biology.If dual award science this must be stated not just 'Science'
Main duties of the job
The apprenticeship involves on the job training and a requirement to attend classroom lectures delivered by Bradford College one day a week. Students access these classroom sessions remotely from home or from the work place. The course has a blended learning approach consisting of a combination of skills work based units covered in the workplace and knowledge based units covered by assignments set by the college. Professional discussions, appraisals feedback, witness statements and reflective accounts form an end point assessment which must be undertaken to achieve the L3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technician's qualification. The course places emphasis on professionalism, reflective practice and person centered care therefore it is important that students can communicate effectively with colleagues, patients and work effectively as part of the ward based multidisciplinary team, to ensure that patients achieve the maximum benefit from their medicines. Reflective practice is an important part of the students continuing professional development (CPD) and they are expected to continually reflect upon their practice.
- Interview Date Thursday 24 July 2025
- 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
About us
Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
o Freeman Hospitalo Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)o Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)o Newcastle Dental Hospitalo Newcastle Fertility Centreo Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbriao Northern Genetics Serviceo Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role of the Trainee Pharmacy Technician is demanding, requires a high level of commitment and motivation from the post holder in order to meet set deadlines and manage their work / study / life balance effectively to enable completion of the required learning and achieve the level of competence required.
Within the workplace the core activities are the safe dispensing of medicines, rotating throughout the pharmacy department and between both hospital sites. A large amount of time is spent out on the wards covering various ward based pharmacy duties.
Apprenticeship Posts You will need to be able to meet all the eligibility requirements as prescribed by the apprenticeship criteria to undertake the role.
To be eligible for an apprenticeship you must:
- Have the right to work and remain in the UK.
- Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years.
- Provide original evidence of required English and maths qualifications.
Further information:
- You will not be considered if you have an equivalent or higher qualification in the same or a very similar subject.
- You must not be engaged in any other funded training or education programme.
- We cannot sponsor applicants during or on successful completion of the apprenticeship so please ensure you meet visa status eligibility.
- We cannot accept applications from student visa applicants.
Please be advised if you are a 'Non-UK National' applicant you must meet the eligibility criteria and fulfil the settlement requirements of the apprenticeship course funding. Your settlement status will need to be verified as eligible for funding, by the relevant apprenticeship provider, for you to formally enrol on the course.
Further details can be found on the UK Government website.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role of the Trainee Pharmacy Technician is demanding, requires a high level of commitment and motivation from the post holder in order to meet set deadlines and manage their work / study / life balance effectively to enable completion of the required learning and achieve the level of competence required.
Within the workplace the core activities are the safe dispensing of medicines, rotating throughout the pharmacy department and between both hospital sites. A large amount of time is spent out on the wards covering various ward based pharmacy duties.
Apprenticeship Posts You will need to be able to meet all the eligibility requirements as prescribed by the apprenticeship criteria to undertake the role.
To be eligible for an apprenticeship you must:
- Have the right to work and remain in the UK.
- Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years.
- Provide original evidence of required English and maths qualifications.
Further information:
- You will not be considered if you have an equivalent or higher qualification in the same or a very similar subject.
- You must not be engaged in any other funded training or education programme.
- We cannot sponsor applicants during or on successful completion of the apprenticeship so please ensure you meet visa status eligibility.
- We cannot accept applications from student visa applicants.
Please be advised if you are a 'Non-UK National' applicant you must meet the eligibility criteria and fulfil the settlement requirements of the apprenticeship course funding. Your settlement status will need to be verified as eligible for funding, by the relevant apprenticeship provider, for you to formally enrol on the course.
Further details can be found on the UK Government website.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- 4 GCSEs (or the equivalent level) at Grade 4 or above in the following subjects Maths; English or English Language (English Literature, or English Speaking and Listening are not acceptable); Biology* or Human Biology; or Chemistry* (*or dual award Science) NB Dual Award Applied Science at level 2 will not be acceptable)
Desirable
- 4 GCSEs (or the equivalent level) at grade 5 or above in the following subjects Maths; English or English Language (English Literature, or English Speaking and Listening are not acceptable); Biology* or Human Biology; or Chemistry* (*or dual award Science) NB (Dual award Applied Science at level 2 will not be acceptable)
Knowledge & Experience
Desirable
- Work experience in hospital, primary care or community pharmacy
- Experience in a customer service role
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication
- Methodical with attention to detail
- Effective team member
- Ability to plan and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines
- Ability to learn
- Ability to work alone
- Keyboard and computer skills
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- 4 GCSEs (or the equivalent level) at Grade 4 or above in the following subjects Maths; English or English Language (English Literature, or English Speaking and Listening are not acceptable); Biology* or Human Biology; or Chemistry* (*or dual award Science) NB Dual Award Applied Science at level 2 will not be acceptable)
Desirable
- 4 GCSEs (or the equivalent level) at grade 5 or above in the following subjects Maths; English or English Language (English Literature, or English Speaking and Listening are not acceptable); Biology* or Human Biology; or Chemistry* (*or dual award Science) NB (Dual award Applied Science at level 2 will not be acceptable)
Knowledge & Experience
Desirable
- Work experience in hospital, primary care or community pharmacy
- Experience in a customer service role
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication
- Methodical with attention to detail
- Effective team member
- Ability to plan and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines
- Ability to learn
- Ability to work alone
- Keyboard and computer skills
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).
