Cleanroom Supervisor
The closing date is 04 November 2025
Job summary
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated individual, looking for an opportunity to join our established Aseptic Team within the Pharmacy Department? We have an exciting opportunity for someone to be part of our dynamic and innovative pharmacy team, to join us as a Science Manufacturing Technician.
You will need to possess excellent communication skills, be self-motivated and have a flexible approach to work and be open to changing practices. Attention to detail is important and you must be able to work as part of a team but also able to demonstrate initiative and work in a professional and timely manner.
You will need to be able to work well under pressure and have a flexible approach. Computer literacy is required although appropriate training on pharmacy systems will be provided.
37.5 hrs per week. Staff will be expected to work weekends. Staff are expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of the business and services provided as required.
Main duties of the job
Under the supervision of a Pharmacist or Principal Technician you will be involved in a broad range of activities in the Pharmacy department. You will participate in the preparation of worksheets and cytotoxic drugs in the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit and will assist the Principal Technician in coordinating work and cleaning in the Suite to ensure an efficient and safe supply of medicines to service users.
You will have received a good standard of general education and have attained a GCSE grade C or above in Mathematics and English (or equivalent). You must be qualified to NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services or Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent.
You will possess excellent communication skills, be self-motivated, have a flexible approach to work and be open to changing practices. You will need to be able to work well under pressure, have excellent attention to detail. You must be able to work as part of a team but also able demonstrate initiative and work in a professional and timely manner. Computer literacy is required although appropriate training on pharmacy systems will be provided.
This post is part of sterile services that may transfer to an NHS wholly owned subsidiary in the next six to 12 months. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation committed to NHS values and putting patients first. The NHS subsidiary will continue to offer NHS AFC T&Cs to transferring staff and new employees who join after the transfer date in 2026.
About us
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in groups which are under-represented in our organisation. We are an innovative forward thinking department entering an exciting new phase. If you have the drive and enthusiasm and are committed to providing a positive difference to the care of our patients then we look forward to hearing from you.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.
Details
Date posted
23 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
405-25-CS489PHAR
Job locations
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
Employer's website
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