Job summary
Fixed Term: 12 months | 15 hrs per week - Interviews 8th August
Are you a motivated and experienced Pharmacy Technician looking to develop your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment? Sheffield Children's Hospital has an exciting opportunity to join our pharmacy team. As a specialist paediatric centre providing services across the region, our pharmacy department is recognised for its innovation, teamwork, and commitment to delivering high-quality care to our patients. We offer a positive working environment with excellent opportunities for training, development and career progression.
You will be Deputy to the Dispensary and Stores Manager, taking responsibility for the daily management of dispensary operations. You will perform accuracy checking responsibilities and support the ongoing development and monitoring of the unlicensed medicines system.
We are looking for someone who is:
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A GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician
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An Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) or working towards qualification
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Experienced in hospital or community pharmacy
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Dispensary & Stores Manager , your responsibilities will include:
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Be a Deputy to the Dispensary and Stores Manager
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Work as a Designated Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) to ensure safe and accurate supply of medicines
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Support the development and monitoring of the unlicensed medicines system
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Prepare and manage daily staff rotas, ensuring cover in dispensary and stores
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Train, supervise and mentor dispensary and stores staff, including trainee ACTs and dispensers
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Ensure workflow is managed to reduce errors and meet turnaround targets
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Maintain excellent standards of customer service and contribute to a positive team environment
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Participate in audits, service improvements and departmental developments
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Pharmacy Technician registered with the GPhC
- Accredited Accuracy Checking Qualification, or willing to work towards.
Desirable
- Management or Leadership qualification.
- IT qualification
- TAQA assessor
Experience
Essential
- Worked as a qualified technician in hospital or community pharmacy post qualification, or in a paediatric hospital environment.
Desirable
- Experience of managing staff or services
Knowledge
Essential
- Good training, development and mentoring skills
- Able to plan, prioritise and organise workload.
Desirable
- Experienced using the JAC pharmacy system.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Pharmacy Technician registered with the GPhC
- Accredited Accuracy Checking Qualification, or willing to work towards.
Desirable
- Management or Leadership qualification.
- IT qualification
- TAQA assessor
Experience
Essential
- Worked as a qualified technician in hospital or community pharmacy post qualification, or in a paediatric hospital environment.
Desirable
- Experience of managing staff or services
Knowledge
Essential
- Good training, development and mentoring skills
- Able to plan, prioritise and organise workload.
Desirable
- Experienced using the JAC pharmacy system.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
