Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Cancer Services Pharmacy Technician- Band 5

The closing date is 10 August 2025

Job summary

Following a review of our pharmacy service for cancer patients we have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, forward thinking pharmacy technician to join our cancer services team. We are a busy and friendly team of pharmacy staff who are fully integrated into the oncology and haematology multidisciplinary team. You will support patients to take their medication safely and effectively during their cancer treatment. You will be fully supported by a team of experienced cancer services pharmacists.

What are we looking for?

A qualified accredited checking and medicines optimisation technician who wants to make a difference to patient care.

An individual with a keen interest in oncology and haematology.

An excellent team worker with experience of multidisciplinary working.

An effective communicator, particularly with patients and carers but also with all members of the oncology and haematology team.

What can we offer you?

You will work as part of a very supportive and friendly team, both within the pharmacy and the wider oncology and haematology service.

You will have opportunities for training and development and will also have opportunities to deliver training to other members of the team.

The Dyson Cancer centre opened in April 2024. We have an oncology/haematology pharmacy hub within the centre, providing a supportive environment for patients and their families.

Main duties of the job

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Details

Date posted

24 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

427-7334315

Job locations

Satellite Pharmacy (A26)

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications & training

Essential

  • Registered pharmacy technician with GPhC
  • Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician qualification (ACPT)
  • Accredited Medicines Optimisation Technician qualification.

Desirable

  • Experience of line management of pharmacy assistants

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Recent experience working in hospital pharmacy
  • Clinical ward based pharmacy and medicines management experience

Desirable

  • Previous oncology &/or haematology pharmacy experience
  • Supervisory experience
  • Experience of outpatient counselling
Person Specification

Qualifications & training

Essential

  • Registered pharmacy technician with GPhC
  • Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician qualification (ACPT)
  • Accredited Medicines Optimisation Technician qualification.

Desirable

  • Experience of line management of pharmacy assistants

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Recent experience working in hospital pharmacy
  • Clinical ward based pharmacy and medicines management experience

Desirable

  • Previous oncology &/or haematology pharmacy experience
  • Supervisory experience
  • Experience of outpatient counselling

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Satellite Pharmacy (A26)

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Satellite Pharmacy (A26)

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Pharmacy Clinical Lead - Cancer Services

Vicki Portingale

vicki.portingale@nhs.net

01225821726

Details

Date posted

24 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

427-7334315

Job locations

Satellite Pharmacy (A26)

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG


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