Apprentice Pharmacy Technician

Job title:

Apprentice Pharmacy Technician

Company

NHS

Job description

If you are already an NHS employee and are applying for an Apprentice – Annex 21 vacancy you may be entitled to pay protection.Pay protection applies where the role you are applying for is at the same AFC band or higher, and you would receive less in pay compared with your current salary due to annex 21.Please see the NHS Employers Apprenticeship Pay Guidance and FAQs for further information and eligible criteria:Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS EmployersThese roles are funded by the Government Apprenticeship Scheme and do not attract visa sponsorship.You may be eligible if you have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous 3 years.You must also have permission from the UK government to live in the UK (not for educational purposes) or have obtained pre-settled or settled status under EU Settlement Scheme.University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.Main duties of the jobUHS offers fantastic training and development giving you the best possible opportunities to achieve the career you want. Development of our staff is central to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We can offer opportunities to develop within a supportive environment, and our staff survey results reflect our commitment to facilitate your career progression.Our Apprentice Pharmacy Technicians undertake a two year distance training programme with the University of East Anglia with the supervision and support of our well established and dedicated Pharmacy Training Team.Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.About usAs one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.Date posted18 October 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 4Salary£22,369.26 a year Per annum (PA) pro rataContractFixed termDuration36 monthsWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number188-CL321024Job locationsSouthampton General Hospital / Royal South Hants HospitalTremona Rd,SouthamptonSO16 6YDJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesOne day a week is dedicated to the study component of the programme where you will complete self-directed learning from home, working through interactive learning materials and completing assignments. The University also offer face to face/online teaching approximately once per month, alongside informative forums and revisions sessions.This is a practical course alongside a L4 academic qualification based mainly at Southampton General Hospital, however there will be some time spent at our pharmacy within the Royal South Hants Hospital.Working hours are Monday to Friday – 37.5hours with a one in six weekend commitment and one Bank Holiday per year which could include Christmas Day. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesOne day a week is dedicated to the study component of the programme where you will complete self-directed learning from home, working through interactive learning materials and completing assignments. The University also offer face to face/online teaching approximately once per month, alongside informative forums and revisions sessions.This is a practical course alongside a L4 academic qualification based mainly at Southampton General Hospital, however there will be some time spent at our pharmacy within the Royal South Hants Hospital.Working hours are Monday to Friday – 37.5hours with a one in six weekend commitment and one Bank Holiday per year which could include Christmas Day.Person SpecificationTrust ValuesEssential

  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

Skills and competenciesEssential

  • Communication
  • Customer service
  • General IT skills
  • Microsoft Office skills
  • Organisational skills
  • Problem solving
  • Teamwork
  • Working under pressure

Qualifications, knowledge and experienceEssential

  • 5 GCSE’s grade C or above (4-9), or equivalent and must include English language, Maths and Science
  • Willingness and ability to undertake Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of Health and Safety and Risk Management
  • Experience of working/dealing with the public including part time or voluntary work
  • Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

  • Level 2 NVQ certificate in Pharmacy service skills or other GPhC approved qualification
  • Experience of stock management
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of Health and Safety and Risk ManagementWork experience, either in hospital pharmacy and/or community pharmacy
  • Experience of working in a customer orientated service or healthcare setting
  • Experience of recent study including portfolio construction

Person SpecificationTrust ValuesEssential

  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

Skills and competenciesEssential

  • Communication
  • Customer service
  • General IT skills
  • Microsoft Office skills
  • Organisational skills
  • Problem solving
  • Teamwork
  • Working under pressure

Qualifications, knowledge and experienceEssential

  • 5 GCSE’s grade C or above (4-9), or equivalent and must include English language, Maths and Science
  • Willingness and ability to undertake Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of Health and Safety and Risk Management
  • Experience of working/dealing with the public including part time or voluntary work
  • Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

  • Level 2 NVQ certificate in Pharmacy service skills or other GPhC approved qualification
  • Experience of stock management
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of Health and Safety and Risk ManagementWork experience, either in hospital pharmacy and/or community pharmacy
  • Experience of working in a customer orientated service or healthcare setting
  • Experience of recent study including portfolio construction

Expected salary

£22369.26 per year

Location

Southampton

Job date

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 00:28:09 GMT

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