York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Trainee or Senior Pharmacy Assistant - Aseptics

The closing date is 10 August 2025

Job summary

We are a busy Technical Services Unit within the Pharmacy Department at York Hospital. Our aseptic services unit is a specialised service preparing bespoke chemotherapy, Monoclonal Antibodies as well as some Parenteral Nutrition products and a small range of other IV products.

Suitable candidates would be required to work in a cleanroom environment where duties are interesting and varied and include the preparation and dispensing of injectable medicines.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a service that works very hard behind the scenes to ensure that patients receive the very best treatment. The team are a friendly, hardworking bunch who are proud in the knowledge that they make a difference to improving the lives of these patients.

Accuracy and attention to detail is essential for this position as is a passion for patient care, quality and improvement. Full training will be provided and you will be given the opportunity to undertake further qualifications. Applicants must also hold GCSE's in maths and English language (or equivalent) at Grades C/4 or above.

The entry banding for this role is either a Band 2 or Band 3. This is dependent on prior Pharmacy qualifications and experience. This will be discussed at Interview. Once fully trained and qualified the post will be a permanent 3. This is a fulfilling role in itself but it is also a great stepping stone into Pharmacy with many different opportunities for career development.

Main duties of the job

You will be required to participate in the aseptic preparation of medicines. This involves working at a pharmaceutical isolator preparing a range of intravenous medication. Full training will be given.

In addition you will also be required to participate in the dispensing of Ready to Administer (RtA) preparations, ward top ups, the decontamination and disinfection of the aseptic unit, environmental monitoring and stock management activities such as stock checks, receipt of stock and expiry date checks.

We are looking for a conscientious individual who will take a methodical approach to a task and who appreciates the importance of following procedures.

About us

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants

27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)

Agenerous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k)to support with relocation expensesfor hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully.If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.

A variety ofdifferent typesof paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave

Confidential advice and support on personal, work,familyand relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme

NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme

An extensive range of learning and development opportunities

Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring,cinemaand financefrom a rangeof providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Trust Information Pack:https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd

Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 to £26,598 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

419-250725-TSPA-PY

Job locations

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You areadvised to submityourapplication at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications fromeveryone,while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive fromdifferent backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part ofseekingto become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promoteSaBRE- Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You areadvised to submityourapplication at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

Person Specification

Education

Essential

Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent. Maths and English at C or above - or equivalent qualification. You must have proof of qualifications.

Experience

Essential

Ability to work to protocols, procedures and SOPs and suggest changes.

Desirable

Pharmacy experience
Hospital pharmacy experience

Skills

Essential

Ability to use a range of computer programmes relevant to the post

Aptitude

Essential

Appropriate attention to detail.
Effective use of initiative.
Ability to work in a team environment and alone.
Understands the needs of customers, including patients and staff.
Flexible to changing work routines and demands
Effective time management and ability to work within time constraints.
Ability to handle moderate loads
Good communication & interpersonal skills

Values

Essential

Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: - Kind - Open - Pursue Excellence

Person Specification

Education

Essential

Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent. Maths and English at C or above - or equivalent qualification. You must have proof of qualifications.

Experience

Essential

Ability to work to protocols, procedures and SOPs and suggest changes.

Desirable

Pharmacy experience
Hospital pharmacy experience

Skills

Essential

Ability to use a range of computer programmes relevant to the post

Aptitude

Essential

Appropriate attention to detail.
Effective use of initiative.
Ability to work in a team environment and alone.
Understands the needs of customers, including patients and staff.
Flexible to changing work routines and demands
Effective time management and ability to work within time constraints.
Ability to handle moderate loads
Good communication & interpersonal skills

Values

Essential

Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: - Kind - Open - Pursue Excellence

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.

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE

Employer's website

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