Job summary
There has never been a better time to join our Pharmacy Production Team! We are a friendly and progressive department who work together to meet the needs of our patients and customers.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Assistant Technical Officer - Cleanroom Supervisor to join our team. This is a progression band 3 to band 4 post, and training will be provided in house. For this role you will be working in a pharmacy cleanroom, and so previous experience of working in a lab or cleanroom environment is desirable. We are looking for an excellent team player with strong organisational skills who is highly motivated and with a practical knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice.
The candidate will be required to work within a team of Pharmacists, Pharmacy technicians, Quality assurance specialists, Senior assistant technical officers and assistant technical officers. The candidate will be required to effectively communicate across all these staffing groups.
Full training in departmental procedures will be given. The successful candidate will train towards gaining the South West pre and in-process Checking Accreditation if not already achieved.
Main duties of the job
The candidate will be expected to:
* Support the aseptic manufacture of medicines using aseptic technique in pharmaceutical isolators and laminar flow cabinets, following validated methods and standard operating procedures.
* Perform a range of organisational, supervisory and manufacturing functions within the pharmacy aseptic unit in order to provide an efficient and quality service.
* Be responsible for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliant supervision in the aseptic suite for MS licensed manufacture and section 10 preparation of medicines in the UHBW pharmacy production unit.
* Supervise both SATOs and technicians during the manufacture of aseptic products and carry out production of Aseptic intravenous products and eye drops, using aseptic technique and working within a strictly controlled environment in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice.
* The post holder will perform pre and in-process checks on all aseptic products manufactured/prepared in the unit.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Date posted: 02 April 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £24,625 to £29,114 a year pa pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 387-DT3605-DA
Job locations
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin St
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Essential
* GCSE English language, mathematics, science (Grade C/ Level 4 or above) or equivalent
* Willingness to complete or have relevant courses including: BTEC Level 2: Unit 7 - Principles of Safe Preparation and Manufacturing of Medicines and Medicinal Products
* Pre-and in Process Checking Qualification (PIPC) or willingness to complete
* Cleanroom Supervision in Pharmacy Technical Services
Knowledge and Experience Essential
* Experience of working to a high degree of accuracy
* Experience of staff supervision or line management
* Experience of stock control and rotation
Desirable
* Experience of cleanroom supervision
* Experience working to Standard Operating Procedures
* Knowledge of aseptic procedures and aseptic technique
* Demonstrable working knowledge of the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice
Skills and Abilities Essential
* Able to influence and persuade others in a professional manner
* Excellent verbal communication skills
* Ability to work accurately under pressure
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Able to clean sterile cleanrooms as required
* Ability to safely handle and use disinfectant products
* To be able to manipulate fine tools and materials with physical accuracy and dexterity
* Ability to follow instructions and procedures methodically and accurately
Desirable
* Able to plan, organise and prioritise workloads and delegate appropriately
* Ability to work in an aseptic cleanroom and with equipment
Aptitudes Essential
* Excellent Attention to detail
* Ability to be flexible and work to deadline
* Ability to use own initiative appropriately
* Aptitude for practical work
* Eagerness to develop professionally
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.
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.
Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address: Bristol Royal Infirmary, Upper Maudlin St, Bristol, BS2 8HW
Employer's website: https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/
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