Job summary
Are you committed to delivering a high quality service and providing the very best standard of care for patients? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team to deliver a safe and efficient dispensing and technical service
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading integrated health, teaching, research, and innovation organisation in the thriving city region of Manchester. We offer a unique range of services to the North West, treating and managing the simplest to the most complex conditions and diseases. Therefore, recruiting the best talent to fulfil this role is really important to us.
We have an opportunity for a Senior Pharmacy Technician within Clinical Trials.
To help us do this, we are looking for an enthusiastic and astute individual to join our busy team. Self-motivated and flexible, you will have excellent organisational and communication skills. You'll have the ability to work effectively both independently and with the existing teams within the pharmacy department.
You must have a BTEC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Pharmaceutical Science, have successfully completed the BTEC level 4 Accuracy Checking Technician's course or hold a recognised equivalent qualification and be registered with the GPhC. The post will be 37.5 hours per week.
Band 4 to Band 5 development role.
Main duties of the job
Assist with managing all aspects of the technical pharmacy clinical trials service and contribute to its future development in accordance with departmental strategic and business plans.
Work with the Specialist Senior Pharmacy Technician - Clinical Trials to provide the operational management of the pharmacy clinical trials service in accordance with departmental strategic, capacity and business plans.
Responsible for implementing and maintaining procedures to ensure the appropriate legislation and regulations relating to the use of Clinical Trial medication are followed.
Assist with coordinating staffing arrangements in clinical trials area and to liaise with the other Senior Pharmacy technicians to ensure appropriate skill mix and technical and support staff allocation throughout the department.
Promote team working within the Clinical Trials Pharmacy Team.
The post-holder is responsible for assisting with the training and assessment of clinical trials staff in accordance with National, Regional and local requirements.
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring safe systems of work are maintained as defined under statutory legislation, COSHH, Controls Assurance and Professional Standards in their area of responsibility.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Registration (Band 5)
Essential
Qualifications (Band 5)
Essential
- NVQ3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services or Equivalent nationally recognised qualification
- BTEC accredited accuracy checking qualification
Desirable
- Relevant post qualification Clinical trials courses and training
- BTEC Professional Diploma in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
Knowledge and Experience (Band 5)
Essential
- Evidence of practice as an accredited accuracy checking technician
- Evidence of day to day operational management skills
- Evidence of staff management
- Previous involvement in staff training
- Evidence of CPD development
Desirable
- Evidence of project management skills
- Experience in relevant role practicing as a hospital pharmacy technician
- Current and relevant knowledge in area of speciality
Skills (Band 5 and band 4)
Essential
- Good Interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Advanced IT & computer skills
- Evidence of knowledge and practice regarding team management
- Good time management skills
- Professional awareness
- Evidence of active involvement in service development
- Teaching and mentoring skills
Registration (Band 4)
Essential
- Registered with the GPhC (Compulsory from 1/1/07) or working towards registration within the next 6 months----employment will not commence until registration with the GPhC is confirmed,
- NVQ3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services or Equivalent nationally recognised qualification or working towards qualification within the next 6 months, employment will not commence until registration with the GPhC is confirmed,
Qualifications (Band 4)
Essential
- NVQ3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services or Equivalent nationally recognised qualification or working towards qualification within the next 6 months, employment will not commence until registration with the GPhC is confirmed,
- Technician Accuracy checking qualification or Equivalent nationally recognised qualification or working towards qualification within the next 6 months, employment will not commence until registration with the GPhC is confirmed,
Desirable
- Relevant post qualification Clinical trials courses and training
- GCP training within last 2 years
- Current knowledge of clinical trials
Konwledge and Experience (Band 4)
Essential
- Experience in relevant role practicing as a pharmacy technician
- Clinical trial dispensing experience
- Evidence of staff supervision
- Previous involvement in staff training
Person Specification
Registration (Band 5)
Essential
Qualifications (Band 5)
Essential
- NVQ3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services or Equivalent nationally recognised qualification
- BTEC accredited accuracy checking qualification
Desirable
- Relevant post qualification Clinical trials courses and training
- BTEC Professional Diploma in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
Knowledge and Experience (Band 5)
Essential
- Evidence of practice as an accredited accuracy checking technician
- Evidence of day to day operational management skills
- Evidence of staff management
- Previous involvement in staff training
- Evidence of CPD development
Desirable
- Evidence of project management skills
- Experience in relevant role practicing as a hospital pharmacy technician
- Current and relevant knowledge in area of speciality
Skills (Band 5 and band 4)
Essential
- Good Interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Advanced IT & computer skills
- Evidence of knowledge and practice regarding team management
- Good time management skills
- Professional awareness
- Evidence of active involvement in service development
- Teaching and mentoring skills
Registration (Band 4)
Essential
- Registered with the GPhC (Compulsory from 1/1/07) or working towards registration within the next 6 months----employment will not commence until registration with the GPhC is confirmed,
- NVQ3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services or Equivalent nationally recognised qualification or working towards qualification within the next 6 months, employment will not commence until registration with the GPhC is confirmed,
Qualifications (Band 4)
Essential
- NVQ3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services or Equivalent nationally recognised qualification or working towards qualification within the next 6 months, employment will not commence until registration with the GPhC is confirmed,
- Technician Accuracy checking qualification or Equivalent nationally recognised qualification or working towards qualification within the next 6 months, employment will not commence until registration with the GPhC is confirmed,
Desirable
- Relevant post qualification Clinical trials courses and training
- GCP training within last 2 years
- Current knowledge of clinical trials
Konwledge and Experience (Band 4)
Essential
- Experience in relevant role practicing as a pharmacy technician
- Clinical trial dispensing experience
- Evidence of staff supervision
- Previous involvement in staff training
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
