Job summary
Located within the grounds of Stepping Hill hospital is Stockport Pharmaceuticals Aseptic Services unit.
The unit is part of the regional NHS pharmaceutical production unit and holds Medicinal Product licenses with which the team provide a wide range of aseptic products both nationally and internally to the trust.
The Department is looking to recruit an Apprentice Science Manufacturing Operative.
The Apprentice Science Manufacturing Operative role is a graded as a agenda for change Band 2.
The training opportunity is an advanced apprenticeship, which involves on the job training whilst you study to achieve a Level 2 Certificate as Science Manufacturing Process Operative.
On completion of the apprenticeship programme and End Point Assessment (EPA), successful candidates will be able to apply for fulltime band 3 Science Manufacturing Process Operative role.
Training and support will be provided by work based assessors and the training provider.
Main duties of the job
- Develop to work in a large licensed Aseptic facility that provides a wide range of products to Stockport NHS Trust and neighbouring trusts.
- The Apprentice Science Manufacturing Operative will be develop to carry out the routine preparation of all aseptically prepared drugs in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practice.
- There is a requirement to carry out the technical skills necessary to perform these duties carefully and accurately, and to develop a conscientious attitude in order to provide a co-ordinated and effective service.
People without Relevant Aseptic experience will be considered as full training will be given to the successful candidate.
Applicants seeking a career as a care giving professional need not apply as this role is not ward based and does not provide any direct patient care.
Working within a clean room environment attention to detail, manual dexterity and the ability to work in a controlled environment for long durations is essential.
When applying please provide suitability for the role in the supporting information section on the application.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
Our mission is to make a difference every day. Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
The salary for the role is only one part of the excellent package of benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Recognised qualification in English
- Recognised qualification in Maths
- Meet Apprenticeship Eligibility Criteria & willingness to undertake the qualification
Desirable
- Computer Qualification
- GCSE or equivalent in science subject
Work Experience
Desirable
- Experience in an NHS hospital pharmacy environment.
- Experience in an NHS hospital Aseptic Unit or Commercial compounding unit.
- Experience in an NHS Production Unit environment
- Experience in an Retail Dispensary environment.
- Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
- Experience in a Food Manufacturing/ Retail Environment
- Experience of working in a Clean environment
- Experience in automated dispensing
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates a good standard of written English. on application / communication skills
- Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work unsupervised, under pressure and prioritise workload
Desirable
- Worked within a team environment
Knowledge
Desirable
- Awareness of GMP / GLP / GDP
- Knowledge of dispensing procedures
- Awareness of Health & Safety / COSHH
- Knowledge of Aseptics
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Demonstrates flexible approach to working
- Physical effort to move heavy items
- Good timekeeping
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Recognised qualification in English
- Recognised qualification in Maths
- Meet Apprenticeship Eligibility Criteria & willingness to undertake the qualification
Desirable
- Computer Qualification
- GCSE or equivalent in science subject
Work Experience
Desirable
- Experience in an NHS hospital pharmacy environment.
- Experience in an NHS hospital Aseptic Unit or Commercial compounding unit.
- Experience in an NHS Production Unit environment
- Experience in an Retail Dispensary environment.
- Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
- Experience in a Food Manufacturing/ Retail Environment
- Experience of working in a Clean environment
- Experience in automated dispensing
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates a good standard of written English. on application / communication skills
- Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work unsupervised, under pressure and prioritise workload
Desirable
- Worked within a team environment
Knowledge
Desirable
- Awareness of GMP / GLP / GDP
- Knowledge of dispensing procedures
- Awareness of Health & Safety / COSHH
- Knowledge of Aseptics
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Demonstrates flexible approach to working
- Physical effort to move heavy items
- Good timekeeping
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).
