Job summary
We are looking for an individual to join our dynamic team, to train and become a registered pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
To be considered for this position you must hold at least THREE (3) GCSEs at grade 4/C (or above) in English, Mathematics and a Science subject. Functional Skills in English and Maths will be considered as a suitable academic equivalent.
Any applicants with international qualifications must have a ENIC formally NARIC comparability report issued, with the minimum standard specified above.
Once enrolled on the learning programme, you will be learning and working to complete a two-year apprenticeship within pharmacy leading to a Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice. You will be required to undertake distance learning and attend face to face study days. In the workplace you will complete a comprehensive in-house training programme provided by our own team. You will have the opportunity to rotate through the different areas within Pharmacy.
You must be self-motivated, willing to work hard, flexible with proven ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure. Excellent communication and IT skills, attention to detail and the ability to travel between the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust sites is essential.
The successful candidate will enrol onto an apprenticeship or non-apprenticeship qualification depending on eligibility.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for individuals to join our dynamic team, to train and become registered Pharmacy Technicians with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Successful candidates will be expected to complete a 2 year Pharmacy Technician Training Programme leading to a Level 3 Pharmacy Technician qualification. You will be required to undertake distance learning, and in the workplace, you will participate in a comprehensive in-house training programme provided by our team.
Trainees are expected to work towards the attached job description and should not be expected to perform the full duties of the role until competencies are signed off.
The pharmacy trainee will learn about Pharmacy services, under the guidance, direction, control or supervision of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, and other staff to practice the skills of a Pharmacy Support Worker.
Throughout the training programme, the post holder will work through Pharmacy Inpatients, Outpatients and Stores/ Distribution and undertake a course of study and assessment with a chosen educational provider.
The successful candidate must be dynamic, self-motivated, willing to work hard, learn from a multidisciplinary team and a team player, with proven ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure. Excellent communication and IT skills, attention to detail and the ability to travel between the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust sites is essential.
About us
Our trust has around 10,000 staff serving 1.6 million patients. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.
The Pharmacy department at The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is an ambitious and quality improvement focused team who are committed to optimising the use of medicines and providing the best pharmaceutical care to our patients. We are proud to lead the way in integrated training partnerships, digital transformation, and cost improvement programmes (CIP).
The Pharmacy Service comprises of Inpatient and Outpatient dispensary services, ward based clinical pharmacy services, Medicines Information, aseptic and non-sterile production services, pharmacy stores & distribution, procurement, and homecare services. We cover a range of clinical specialties including HIV, general medicine, emergency services, surgery, rheumatology, hepatology, anti-coagulation, oncology & haematology, women's health, paediatrics and infection control.
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
Note:Qualified staff will be full Band 3 salary, non-qualified will be Band 3 apprentice wage. - Qualified PSW - Band 3: £28,622 - £30,225 inc of HCAS - Non-qualified PSW - Band 3 annex 21: £22,522.80 incl of HCAS - for the duration of the apprenticeship
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
Note:Qualified staff will be full Band 3 salary, non-qualified will be Band 3 apprentice wage. - Qualified PSW - Band 3: £28,622 - £30,225 inc of HCAS - Non-qualified PSW - Band 3 annex 21: £22,522.80 incl of HCAS - for the duration of the apprenticeship
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Four G.C.S.E.'s Grade A* - C or 9-4, to include English language, Mathematics and 1 Science. Functional Skills Level 2 in Mathematics and English will be accepted as an equivalent. Any qualifications obtained overseas must have a ENIC or NARIC comparability report issued to the above standard with the number supplied on application.
Desirable
- Level 2 Pharmacy Service Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Good working knowledge of IT Microsoft Packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel and other relevant programmes.
- Able to prioritise workload effectively
- Previous experience of working in a Pharmacy
Desirable
- Experience of stock management
- Previous employment in the NHS
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Team member with an adaptable and flexible approach to work, willing to adapt to changing situations.
- Ability to work under pressure and complete tasks in a timely manner
- Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving
- Ability to communicate effectively using clear written and spoken English
- Familiar with computer systems and basic keyboard skills
- Ability to work to set procedures
- Ability to show attention to detail
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential
- Ability to develop effective working relationships across the organization.
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Methodical, Flexible, and reliable
- Committed to learning in own time
- Well-motivated
- Enthusiastic/positive attitude, self-motivated and hardworking
Others
Essential
- Able to do late duty, weekend duties and bank holidays as roistered
- Appreciation of need to maintain confidentiality and security
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities
- Enthusiastic and shows initiative
- Good attendance record and good time keeping/ time management
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Four G.C.S.E.'s Grade A* - C or 9-4, to include English language, Mathematics and 1 Science. Functional Skills Level 2 in Mathematics and English will be accepted as an equivalent. Any qualifications obtained overseas must have a ENIC or NARIC comparability report issued to the above standard with the number supplied on application.
Desirable
- Level 2 Pharmacy Service Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Good working knowledge of IT Microsoft Packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel and other relevant programmes.
- Able to prioritise workload effectively
- Previous experience of working in a Pharmacy
Desirable
- Experience of stock management
- Previous employment in the NHS
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Team member with an adaptable and flexible approach to work, willing to adapt to changing situations.
- Ability to work under pressure and complete tasks in a timely manner
- Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving
- Ability to communicate effectively using clear written and spoken English
- Familiar with computer systems and basic keyboard skills
- Ability to work to set procedures
- Ability to show attention to detail
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential
- Ability to develop effective working relationships across the organization.
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Methodical, Flexible, and reliable
- Committed to learning in own time
- Well-motivated
- Enthusiastic/positive attitude, self-motivated and hardworking
Others
Essential
- Able to do late duty, weekend duties and bank holidays as roistered
- Appreciation of need to maintain confidentiality and security
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities
- Enthusiastic and shows initiative
- Good attendance record and good time keeping/ time management
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).
