NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. Who we are: NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way. To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net) Position: An opportunity has arisen for a Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician (Modern Apprenticeship - Annex 21 pay conditions will apply) based at University Hospital Crosshouse/University Hospital Ayr/Woodland View (within Ayrshire Central Hospital) & GP practices within South Ayrshire – depending of rotation. This is a fixed term opportunity for 2 years. What you will do: This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn in a Technical Apprenticeship leading to a career as a Pharmacy Technician. You will study, train and work as a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician across NHS Ayrshire & Arran with rotational placements in general practice and hospital pharmacy. Duties include: Dispensing medications, dealing with pharmaceutical queries, medicines reconciliation, and final accuracy checking, undertaking medication reviews, ordering pharmaceutical stock and preparing aseptic products. You will be required to work through a structured training programme towards achieving the SVQ Pharmacy Services qualification at SCQF Level 8 and PDA Pharmacy Services SCQF Level 7 to meet the General Pharmaceutical Council’s initial education and training requirements. In accordance with AFC terms and conditions you may be required to work over 7 days and or an extended working day. Driving license is essential for above posts. Hours: 37 hours per week. For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job: You will be enthusiastic with strong interpersonal and organisational abilities, good oral/written communication skills and a strong team work ethic. Applicants must have achieved, 4 National 5 qualifications (or SCQF equivalent) which must include English, Maths, Biology and Chemistry as a minimum. For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification Hours: 37 per week Driving Licence/Car Ownership: A car licence/car ownership is essential to this role. If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Natalie Wilson, Pharmacy Technician Specialist (Education & Training) on Natalie.Wilson2aapct.scot.nhs.uk. INFO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/ To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/ Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates. Please contact JobTrain Candidate Support Hub : https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home - for advice and support with any system issues. We recommend using the Internet Browser “ Google Chrome ” or “ Microsoft Edge ” when using JobTrain. Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments. Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.