Job summary
Permanent
We have an excellent opportunity within our friendly department for an enthusiastic and highly motivated technician to join our team.
This post involves monthly rotation with Dispensary and Aseptics. With some Medicines Management and ward cover when necessary
We are developing our Band 4 roles in line with the GPhC's new initial education and training requirements for Pharmacy Technicians. Applicants who qualified before June2022 will be supported with opportunities to upskill and meet these updated standards.
If you have good communication skills, are keen to develop within a specialist area of Pharmacy and are able to work well within a team then this is the job for you!
About You
- Pharmacy Technician registered with the GPhC
- Capable of effectively planning, prioritising, and managing tasks to meet deadlines
- Accuracy Checking Qualification, or willing to work towards
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Appropriate Senior Pharmacy Technician, some of your responsibilities will include:
- In the Aseptic unit you will participate in the preparation of CIVAs, cytotoxic medicine and TPN.
- You will also assist in ensuring the cleaning and monitoring of the suite is maintained at an appropriate level.
- In the Dispensary you will contribute to the dispensing of prescription items for in-patients, some out-patients and discharge requests.
- You will also provide support to the medicines management service including patient's own drug usage schemes.
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.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 3212 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles
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 Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 3212 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles
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 Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Accuracy Checking Qualification, or willing to work towards.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Worked as a technician or trainee technician in a pharmacy
Desirable
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Can use computer keyboard / computer
- Good training, development, and mentoring skills
- Able to plan, prioritise and organise workload
Desirable
- Aseptic training
- Ward pharmacy services
- Paediatric pharmacy experience
- Accuracy checking
- Used to using CMM pharmacy system
Attributes
Essential
- Careful and accurate worker
- Able to use appropriate equipment
- Able to work in the aseptic suite and cabinets
Desirable
- Good team worker
- Flexible and adaptable
- Self motivated
- Good organisational abilities
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Accuracy Checking Qualification, or willing to work towards.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Worked as a technician or trainee technician in a pharmacy
Desirable
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Can use computer keyboard / computer
- Good training, development, and mentoring skills
- Able to plan, prioritise and organise workload
Desirable
- Aseptic training
- Ward pharmacy services
- Paediatric pharmacy experience
- Accuracy checking
- Used to using CMM pharmacy system
Attributes
Essential
- Careful and accurate worker
- Able to use appropriate equipment
- Able to work in the aseptic suite and cabinets
Desirable
- Good team worker
- Flexible and adaptable
- Self motivated
- Good organisational abilities
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).
