Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician Apprentice
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is excited to present an exceptional opportunity for an Apprentice Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician. This unique two-year, full-time position offers an expansive multi-sector experience, including exposure to the NHS Managed sector and Community services at Sutton Health and Care.
This apprenticeship presents a rare opportunity for aspiring Pharmacy Technicians to undergo professional growth and development within a dynamic healthcare environment. The successful candidate will contribute significantly to our dedicated pharmacy teams, playing a crucial role in advancing patient care. We eagerly anticipate welcoming an enthusiastic individual to join our esteemed Trust.
The qualification earned is accredited/recognised by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), facilitating registration as a qualified Pharmacy Technician.
Main Duties of the Job
You will engage in a rotational training programme covering various aspects such as ward-based medicines management, dispensary, clinical outpatient pharmacy, stores, and procurement. This hands-on experience will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the pharmacy technician role in different healthcare settings.
As a trainee, you will engage in work-based activities for four days each week, acquiring vocational experience and fulfilling the competencies necessary to complete the Level 3 diploma. One day per week will be dedicated to virtual classroom sessions, focusing on the foundational knowledge supporting the diploma. The training process involves collaboration with an assessor to craft a work-based portfolio, complete work-based assessments, and finalise assignments/projects.
Upon successfully concluding the training program, trainees become eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council and practice as a Registered Pharmacy Technician.
Throughout the training period, individuals will be under supervision, with the level of autonomy determined by the supervisor and contingent upon the successful completion of assessments or competency standards required for specific tasks.
As a PTPT, you must be prepared and able to commit to approximately 8-10 hours minimum home-based study per week in addition to your normal working hours. Good organisational skills are needed to manage studying and working full-time.
Job Responsibilities
The job description includes work-based tasks and assessments as well as a knowledge-based course with assessments. You will need to study in your own time in addition to your daily working hours.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* 4 GCSEs Grade C or above or equivalent or grade 4-9
* GCSE Maths, English and at least one science subject + no degree level qualification related to pharmacy
Experience
* Previous hospital or community pharmacy experience
* Knowledge of stock rotation and expiry dates
Skills and Abilities
* Good communication skills both written and verbal
* Self-motivation
* Ability to provide individualised patient-focused care
* Ability to organise own workload
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.
Employer Name
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
£31,081 to £33,665 a year Band 4 Annex 21 (70% of top point of Band 4 - yr1, 75% yr2)
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