Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Pharmacy Assistant Technical Services

The closing date is 21 July 2025

Job summary

Would you like a challenging job that really makes a difference? Could you play an important part within a busy pharmacy manufacturing unit and help with preparing medicines for patients? If this interests you, then we would like to hear from you.

We are currently looking for enthusiastic, pro-active and motivated Pharmacy Assistants to join our team in supporting the Pharmacy Technicians in our friendly Technical Services Units. The Trust comprises of 3 Aseptic units across the 3 hospital sites, these posts are based at Basildon / Orsett but with the requirement to work at any of the 3 hospital sites when required.

To be successful in your application you will require a minimum of GCSE English Language and Mathematics to a Grade C / 4 (or equivalent).

Previous experience within a Pharmacy environment is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

The posts involve manufacturing a variety of different types of medicines Aseptically prepared for patients in a controlled manufacturing environment and also working in our busy pre-packing unit.

It can involve measuring drug volumes using syringes and needles to prepare intravenous medication. 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.

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

Details

Date posted

07 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Per Annum Pro Rata for Part-Time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-CSS-BA-9652-A

Job locations

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include:

Manufacture of aseptically prepared medicines in a Section 10 / Licensed Aseptic Unit.Undertaking packing / labeling of medicines in the Pre-Pack unit supplying to all Trust sites.Cleaning of department following strict cleaning regimes.Responsible for following Standard Operating Procedures at all times

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include:

Manufacture of aseptically prepared medicines in a Section 10 / Licensed Aseptic Unit.Undertaking packing / labeling of medicines in the Pre-Pack unit supplying to all Trust sites.Cleaning of department following strict cleaning regimes.Responsible for following Standard Operating Procedures at all times

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE Grade 4 / C Maths
  • GCSE Grade 4 / C English

Desirable

  • Level 2 NVQ Pharmacy / Buttercups

Experience

Desirable

  • Previous Aseptic Dispensing
  • Previous Pharmacy
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE Grade 4 / C Maths
  • GCSE Grade 4 / C English

Desirable

  • Level 2 NVQ Pharmacy / Buttercups

Experience

Desirable

  • Previous Aseptic Dispensing
  • Previous Pharmacy

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

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

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

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Chief Technician Technical Services

Laura Robinson

Laura.Robinson39@nhs.net

01268524900

Details

Date posted

07 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Per Annum Pro Rata for Part-Time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-CSS-BA-9652-A

Job locations

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL


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