Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician role at HMP Lewes to join our team. HMP Lewes is a category B male prison. Lewes prison is based near the centre of the historical town of Lewes, which is just a 5 minute walk away. This site features both a pharmacy and a dispenser, supported by a highly skilled and cohesive team of six. Due to ongoing growth, they are looking to expand the team by adding 6 more technicians, creating a group of 12. The site provides excellent opportunities for L&D, as well as career advancement through ACPT training. If you wish to check the prison out, the department would be more than happy for you to visit and see for yourself Please see a few examples of what you would be involved in as a Pharmacy Technician. https://practiceplusgroup.com/recruitment-case-studies/?filter-case-study-categorypharmacists&filter-sortDESC A day in the life of a Pharmacy Technician in prisons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?vkFjbu64fTBg Hours 07.30am-17.30pm- shift patterns Salary This position is at a bank rate of £22.24 an hour. Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks. Main duties of the job You will hold NVQ Level 3, BTEC, or equivalent qualifications and have current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPHC) to be considered for this role. You will also have relevant post-qualification experience working within a pharmacy environment and multi-disciplinary team. Interested in professional development? We have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career, which include both internal and external options for development and learning and access to our apprenticeship schemes. How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course Competency framework Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Support from the wider team Youll receive an annual salary up to £21.18 an hour FTE - depending on experience. It doesnt stop there we also offer: Company pension scheme 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits Discounts on shopping and leisure activities Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development Excellent long-term career prospects 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it About us The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values: we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated we act with integrity we embrace diversity we strive to do things better together We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all. Qualifications required NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD) Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience General GCSE education or equivalent Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment. Date posted 06 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £22.24 an hour Paying up to £22.24 an hour Contract Bank Duration 1 days Working pattern Full-time Reference number 9531_9 Job locations 1 Brighton Rd Lewes East Sussex BN7 1EA Job description Job responsibilities UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician role at HMP Lewes to join our team. HMP Lewes is a category B male prison. Lewes prison is based near the centre of the historical town of Lewes, which is just a 5 minute walk away. This site features both a pharmacy and a dispenser, supported by a highly skilled and cohesive team of six. Due to ongoing growth, they are looking to expand the team by adding 6 more technicians, creating a group of 12. The site provides excellent opportunities for L&D, as well as career advancement through ACPT training. If you wish to check the prison out, the department would be more than happy for you to visit and see for yourself Please see a few examples of what you would be involved in as a Pharmacy Technician. https://practiceplusgroup.com/recruitment-case-studies/?filter-case-study-categorypharmacists&filter-sortDESC A day in the life of a Pharmacy Technician in prisons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?vkFjbu64fTBg Hours 07.30am-17.30pm- shift patterns Salary This position is at a bank rate of £22.24 an hour. Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks. Job description Job responsibilities UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician role at HMP Lewes to join our team. HMP Lewes is a category B male prison. Lewes prison is based near the centre of the historical town of Lewes, which is just a 5 minute walk away. This site features both a pharmacy and a dispenser, supported by a highly skilled and cohesive team of six. Due to ongoing growth, they are looking to expand the team by adding 6 more technicians, creating a group of 12. The site provides excellent opportunities for L&D, as well as career advancement through ACPT training. If you wish to check the prison out, the department would be more than happy for you to visit and see for yourself Please see a few examples of what you would be involved in as a Pharmacy Technician. https://practiceplusgroup.com/recruitment-case-studies/?filter-case-study-categorypharmacists&filter-sortDESC A day in the life of a Pharmacy Technician in prisons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?vkFjbu64fTBg Hours 07.30am-17.30pm- shift patterns Salary This position is at a bank rate of £22.24 an hour. Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks. 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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. 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 Practice Plus Group Address 1 Brighton Rd Lewes East Sussex BN7 1EA Employer's website https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)