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Bank Pharmacy Technician

The closing date is 20 February 2026

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Job summary

Bank Pharmacy Technician | Bank - adhoc shifts | Flexible Working / ad-hoc shifts | Harpenden | Competitive salary and Great Benefits

Spire Harpenden have an exciting opportunity for an experienced GPHC registered Pharmacy Technician with hospital experience to join our team in the Pharmacy Department on a Bank Basis

Main duties of the job

To provide an exemplary specialist technical service to support the pharmacy department and other areas of the hospital that stock medicines, working within own level of competence and in accordance with current legislation, accepted professional and ethical standards and Spire Healthcare policies and procedures.Contribute to the safe and effective use of medicines, ensuring cost efficiency.

  • Assist in delivering pharmaceutical care to meet patients health and wellbeing needs.
  • Assist in assessing peoples health and wellbeing within the context of their medicines.
  • Movement and management of medicines.
  • Establish and maintain communication with people about pharmacy activities and medicines.
  • Modify and structure data, information, computer records and stock management documents.
  • Develop own knowledge and skills and contribute to the development of others.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of services
  • Monitor and maintain health and safety and security of self and others.
  • Contribute to quality improvement.
  • Promote peoples equality, diversity and rights.
  • Acknowledge the risk of Healthcare Associated Infections (HCAI) and understand own responsibility as agreed with line manager in the prevention and control of HCAI.

About us

We have achieved our market leading position because of our Purpose, which is to 'make a positive difference to people's lives through outstanding personalised care'. Everyone at Spire is aligned to this purpose, which underpins a culture of respect, inclusion, passion and collaboration across our business, enabling us to achieve more than 98% of our hospitals being rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by the Regulators; these are sector leading standards.

Details

Date posted

20 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

23241

Job locations

Heathbourne Rd, Bushey

Harpenden

WD23 1RD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Who we're looking for

  • GPHC registered Pharmacy Technician
  • Hospital experience within a pharmaceutical department.
  • Experience of administrative duties e.g. data checking and charging
  • Competent in a range of pharmaceutical activities with theoretical knowledge acquired during qualification.

Benefits:

  • Bank colleagues are paid weekly
  • We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leave
  • Access to Spire Healthcare pension
  • Free uniform
  • Free DBS
  • Full induction, including mandatory training updates
  • Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts
  • Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spires specialist Resourcing Team

For us,it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people

We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Who we're looking for

  • GPHC registered Pharmacy Technician
  • Hospital experience within a pharmaceutical department.
  • Experience of administrative duties e.g. data checking and charging
  • Competent in a range of pharmaceutical activities with theoretical knowledge acquired during qualification.

Benefits:

  • Bank colleagues are paid weekly
  • We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leave
  • Access to Spire Healthcare pension
  • Free uniform
  • Free DBS
  • Full induction, including mandatory training updates
  • Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts
  • Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spires specialist Resourcing Team

For us,it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people

We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • See above

Experience

Essential

  • See above

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.

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.

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

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

Heathbourne Rd, Bushey

Harpenden

WD23 1RD


Employer's website

https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

Heathbourne Rd, Bushey

Harpenden

WD23 1RD


Employer's website

https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Resourcing Manager

Hannah Radford

Hannah.Radford@spirehealthcare.com

+447725208712

Details

Date posted

20 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

23241

Job locations

Heathbourne Rd, Bushey

Harpenden

WD23 1RD


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