Apprentice Pharmacy Technician

Job Overview 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 of the role. This pioneering course is the first in Great Britain to offer a Pharmacy Technician qualification at Higher Education level, receiving accreditation from the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) in 2020. The Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice is aligned with the apprenticeship standard for Pharmacy Technicians in England. Delivered through a blended learning model, the programme combines interactive online modules, regional face‑to‑face study days, and practical work‑based training. Workplace Supervision Each trainee will be assigned a Designated Educational Supervisor who is based at the hospital site to oversee the practical training component throughout the course. Successful candidates will become an integral part of the pharmacy team, providing support to patient services. They will be supported by section leads during rotations through dispensary, RSH pharmacy and medicines management. Working for our organisation University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. We encourage applicants to personalize their application to highlight unique skills and experiences; reliance on generic AI‑generated content may lead to rejection if multiple candidates present identical or similar information. At UHS we are committed to providing a flexible working environment and to championing individuality, inclusivity and anti‑racism so everyone can feel valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities Dispensary based training at Southampton General Hospital and The Royal South Hants Hospital where you will be trained through competency‑based learning to dispense accurately in the first year, moving on to final accuracy checking of medications in the second year. Receiving prescriptions and issuing medications to patients with advice at the RSH hospital. Pharmacy Stores experience – receiving and distributing of medications out to the Trust and other hospitals. Experience of Audit, Pharmacy Risk, Electronic Prescribing and Clinical Trials will also be offered. Ward based learning where you will spend time with patients discussing their medications they have brought into hospital and offering advice under supervision. Observational experience in an area of our large aseptic units learning how to produce Intravenous antibiotics, Total Parenteral Nutrition or Cytotoxic IV/Infusions. 37.5 hours a week with one in six weekend commitment – either Saturday or Sunday – and one Bank Holiday per year which may include Christmas Day. You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs grade C/4 or higher, including Maths, English Language and a Science or equivalent overseas qualification. ESFA rules state that a non‑UK national is eligible for funding if they have permission from the UK government to live in the UK (not for educational purposes) and have been ordinarily a resident in the UK for at least the previous three years before the start of the apprenticeship. If short‑listed you will need to provide proof of qualifications before the interview date. Person Specification Trust Values Patients First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Essential criteria 5 GCSEs 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 criteria Level 2 NVQ certificate in Pharmacy service skills or other GPhC approved qualification. Experience of stock management. Work experience, either in hospital pharmacy and/or community pharmacy. Experience of working in a customer oriented service or healthcare setting. Experience of recent study including portfolio construction. #J-18808-Ljbffr