Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

1 month ago

Sheffield, United Kingdom Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

Would you like the opportunity to work as a part of a progressive, patient focused pharmacy service?

Are you a self-motivated, positive individual and would like to be an integral part in growing the reputation of the pharmacy and contributing to service developments, we have the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative individual to join our pharmacy team. The team at Sheffield Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust comprises of approximately 500 pharmacy staff working across five sites and is one of the biggest pharmacy departments in the country.

Our inclusive and diverse pharmacy department has a strong clinical presence in all areas. We are innovative and have invested in a host of technical improvements, including robotics anda state of the art,technical services unit. We offer experience across different areas of the service includingclinical ward services, aseptic services, homecare, medicines supply, medicines information, medicines governance, education & training, clinical trials.

NHS organisations recognise the benefits of having a diverse workforce. As a trust and department, we are working to promote and improve inclusion and representation from under-represented groups including global majority ethnicities, LGBTQ+ identities, and colleagues with disabilities. We wouldwelcome applicants who are members of these groups and other underrepresented groups to apply.

Main duties of the job

The Pre-registration trainee pharmacy technician apprenticeship is suited to those who are keenly interested in science and the treatment and physiology of common diseases and conditions.

Working under the direction of registered Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within multidisciplinary teams. Pre-registration trainee pharmacy technician Apprentices will assist in the provision and preparation of medicines to meet the needs of all patients.

Through your working practices you will apply respect and confidentiality, work well in a team, be courteous, and professional, maintain a safe working environment, contribute to the safeguarding of patients working accurately when preparing and dispensing medicines.

This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a period of 24 months due to this being an apprenticeship/training programme. The fixed term contract status of the post holder will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts.

A learner/applicant must be a UK, EEA, or EU resident for at least the past three years to undertake an apprenticeship training programme.

Please also note any secondment must first be agreed with your current line manager.

The apprentice allowance as specified in the Minimum Wage Regulations will be paid for the first 12 months. The rate will increase after 12 months in line with these regulations for anyone that is age 19 or over.

About us

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's most successful NHS foundation trusts. It is an energetic organisation that places patients and staff at the heart of everything they do. We provide a full range of services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services.

As a teaching hospital, we have a great commitment to education, training, and development of staff from many professions. You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all its staff and the community it services. The NHS offers a wide range of benefits including pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, not to mention NHS exclusive discounts.

The trust will give you time to use your skills and help you develop a fulfilling career as well as a commitment to support flexible working and can support such things as, part time hours. These options are not exhaustive, and we would encourage candidates to state any forms of flexible working they would like to explore in their application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

You will need 4 or more GCSEs at grade 4 /C or above (or equivalent) including English, Mathematics and Single Science and another subject

You will complete a 24 month training program and as part of your apprenticeship you will study the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians.

The Apprenticeship will be undertaken in collaboration with either Bradford or Sheffield Colleges where attendance will be required on a day release basis.

You must also complete a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your learning and skills in practice in accordance with the apprenticeship framework.

The apprenticeship will commence in September 2024, subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in order to comply with the NHS Employment Check Standards.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

4 GCSE's - Grade 4/C or above to include Maths, English, Single Science and another subject or equivalent qualifications

Desirable

Equivalent qualification - BTEC level 2 certificate in the principles and practice for pharmacy assistants and relevant experience working in a community or hospital pharmacy. Those with this qualification will have to successfully pass a science assessment test before commencing this apprenticeship.

Experience & Knowledge

Desirable

Previous experience working in hospital or community pharmacy Previous experience of a learning environment Awareness of the importance of health and safety/risk management issues

Skills & Abilties

Desirable

Good IT and keyboard skills Understanding of scientific principles Ability to work accurately Effective communication skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

Willingness to learn and ability to reflect

Desirable

Ability to self-organise Ability to work under pressure Ability to prioritise Ability to work across sites and organisations

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