Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Pharmacy Assistant Technical Services

The closing date is 17 June 2025

Job summary

Do you have previous pharmacy experience and ready for a supervisory role? Would you like a challenging job that really makes a difference?

If this interests you, then we would like to hear from you. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, pro-active and motivated Pharmacy Assistant to support our Technicians in our friendly Technical Services Unit.

To be successful in your application you will have NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills and BTEC level 2 Extended Certificate in Pharmacy Services or GPhC approved equivalent (or be willing to work towards this qualification).

You should also have GCSE English Language and Mathematics to a minimum of Grade C / 4 (or equivalent).

Previous experience within a Pharmacy is essential.

Main duties of the job

The post involves preparing a variety of different types of medicines aseptically for patients in a controlled manufacturing environment and also pre packing of medicines in the Orsett Pre pack Unit.

You will need to be able to work accurately, efficiently and follow procedures at all times.

Cleaning of the area is an essential part of the role.

Supervising pharmacy assistants on a daily basis

Providing support to the Technicians.

Due to the critical nature of our work, you will have to meet the highest standards of discipline, personal hygiene and attention to detail.

About us

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress

Date posted

12 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-CSS-BA-9651

Job locations

Basildon TSU Pharmacy

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

Job description

Job responsibilities

Carry out all work following standard operating procedures.

Maintain competency in compounding, assembly, labelling and accuracy checking aseptic /over labelled and repack products.

The compounding of all preparations dispensed within aseptic services.

Prepare and calculate worksheets, transcribing patient information and doses from Chemocare.

Assist with the training of pharmacy assistants and other less experienced staff.

See job description for full details.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Carry out all work following standard operating procedures.

Maintain competency in compounding, assembly, labelling and accuracy checking aseptic /over labelled and repack products.

The compounding of all preparations dispensed within aseptic services.

Prepare and calculate worksheets, transcribing patient information and doses from Chemocare.

Assist with the training of pharmacy assistants and other less experienced staff.

See job description for full details.

Person Specification

Essential

GCSE Maths and English minimum grade 4 / C

Desirable

NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy services

Experience

Essential

Keyboard skils
Demonstrates ability to work in a team
Experience of working in healthcare setting

Person Specification

Essential

GCSE Maths and English minimum grade 4 / C

Desirable

NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy services

Experience

Essential

Keyboard skils
Demonstrates ability to work in a team
Experience of working in healthcare setting

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon TSU Pharmacy

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon TSU Pharmacy

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

Employer's website

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