Job summary We welcome applications from Trainee Pharmacy Technicians completing their qualification this year. Entry level will be at a Band 4 (unless already Band 5) - previous experience, qualification and accreditations will be considered. Candidates will be regraded to Band 5 once in-house progression programme is completed. We are offering an opportunity for Pharmacy Technicians to join our Ward Based Pharmacy Team. This essential role provides the opportunity for committed Pharmacy Technicians to put their skills into practice within the MDT team, whilst also continuing to build further skills. You will participate in the medicines reconciliation process, supply of medication during Inpatient stay, support effective and timely discharge and patient counselling. Main duties of the job We are looking for a highly motivated registered Pharmacy Technician with excellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure whilst ensuring accuracy in all aspects of technical pharmacy. Successful applicants will form an integral part of a dynamic team, pushing the boundaries of effective and efficient patient care. Candidates should have strong communication skills, with a willingness to learn and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of patient care. For this role you will need to be a Pharmacy Technician registered with the GPhC or working towards being registered in the next 6 months. About us Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: CompassionRespectIntegrityCourageousAccountable Date posted 13 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 264-6801814-FAM Job locations Kettering General Hospital Rothwell road Kettering NN16 8UZ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for a detailed overview of the job role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for a detailed overview of the job role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered with the GPHc as a pharmacy technician or about to be qualified in next 6 months Desirable Post registration qualification in medicines management Leadership/Management qualification Experience Essential Minimum two years post qualification experience in pharmacy Desirable Experience of undertaking medicines reconciliation and resolving any issues Previous hospital experience Skills Essential Sound Knowledge of Pharmacy technical processes IT skills (for Pharmacy computer) Knowledge of the changing NHS environment and how that effects Pharmacy Proven ability to be able to influence a team and its outcomes Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered with the GPHc as a pharmacy technician or about to be qualified in next 6 months Desirable Post registration qualification in medicines management Leadership/Management qualification Experience Essential Minimum two years post qualification experience in pharmacy Desirable Experience of undertaking medicines reconciliation and resolving any issues Previous hospital experience Skills Essential Sound Knowledge of Pharmacy technical processes IT skills (for Pharmacy computer) Knowledge of the changing NHS environment and how that effects Pharmacy Proven ability to be able to influence a team and its outcomes 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 Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Kettering General Hospital Rothwell road Kettering NN16 8UZ Employer's website https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)