Job summary We are delighted to offer this fixed term opportunity for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking individual to become part of the pharmacy workforce at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust as a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (PTPT) based at the Princess Royal University Hospital (Farnborough) site. The successful candidate will complete a GPhC (General Pharmaceutical Council) recognised accredited qualification (apprenticeship) that will result in the post holder being able to register with the GPhC as a qualified Pharmacy Technician. The qualification will be a mixture of studying and showing competence within the workplace and successful candidates will be required to participate in a rotational training programme. These rotations include patient services, distribution, aseptics, clinical services and outpatient pharmacy. NB Annex 21 Band 4 remuneration applies to this role: More than 1 but less than 2 years prior to completion - 70% of the top of band 4 Up to 12 months prior to completion - 75% of the top of band 4 Main duties of the job The successful candidate will complete a GPhC (General Pharmaceutical Council) recognised accredited qualification (apprenticeship) that will result in the post holder being able to register with the GPhC as a qualified Pharmacy Technician. The qualification will be a mixture of studying and showing competence within the workplace and successful candidates will be required to participate in a rotational training programme. These rotations include patient services, distribution, aseptics, clinical services and outpatient pharmacy. About us King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £31,081 to £33,665 a year per annum including HCA (Annex 21 applies to this role) Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 213-CAY-6719141-A Job locations Princess Royal University Hospital Orpington BR6 8ND Job description Job responsibilities The programme will consist of practical training through a structured placement plan within the hospital pharmacy services to gain experience and undergo competence assessments under the supervision of registered Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists in accordance with the policies and procedures of each rotation. The candidate will also acquire the necessary knowledge to support practical training through an assigned education course provider. The candidate is expected to maintain sufficient progress and meet the requirements of the learning agreements which will be signed and agreed by the trainee, education course provider and the workplace. The successful candidate will also be required to: Work in an environment that will support patients with their medications, managing the supply of medicines manufacturing of sterile products and assisting Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians. Demonstrate that they have a passion for a career in pharmacy, are patient focused, have good interpersonal and communication skills, be committed to the training programme and keen to get involved in hospital life. Having the ability to cope with the discipline of studying whilst working as part of a team across this busy department is essential; therefore, a professional approach is key. Job description Job responsibilities The programme will consist of practical training through a structured placement plan within the hospital pharmacy services to gain experience and undergo competence assessments under the supervision of registered Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists in accordance with the policies and procedures of each rotation. The candidate will also acquire the necessary knowledge to support practical training through an assigned education course provider. The candidate is expected to maintain sufficient progress and meet the requirements of the learning agreements which will be signed and agreed by the trainee, education course provider and the workplace. The successful candidate will also be required to: Work in an environment that will support patients with their medications, managing the supply of medicines manufacturing of sterile products and assisting Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians. Demonstrate that they have a passion for a career in pharmacy, are patient focused, have good interpersonal and communication skills, be committed to the training programme and keen to get involved in hospital life. Having the ability to cope with the discipline of studying whilst working as part of a team across this busy department is essential; therefore, a professional approach is key. Person Specification Qualifications Essential A minimum of 4 GCSEs to include: o English GCSE at Grade C/Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or equivalent English Language evidence, which can include Functional Skills level 2 o Maths GCSE at Grade C/Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or above or equivalent evidence of numeracy, which can include Functional Skills level 2 o Science GCSE (x1) at Grade C/Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or equivalent Desirable Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent Experience Essential Experience in a hospital or community pharmacy Experience of labelling and dispensing of medicines Communication Essential Be able to communicate effectively in both written & verbal formats with staff and patients Knowledge Essential Knowledge of procedures for pharmacy services knowledge of different pharmacy roles Desirable Knowledge of computer systems Planning and Organising Essential Be able to organise and plan own day to day work and activities Be able to problem solve To possess highly developed physical skills in relation to accuracy Personal Attributes Essential To be confident but also be aware of own limitations / authority Ability to work well under pressure Willing to learn and share knowledge with others Person Specification Qualifications Essential A minimum of 4 GCSEs to include: o English GCSE at Grade C/Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or equivalent English Language evidence, which can include Functional Skills level 2 o Maths GCSE at Grade C/Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or above or equivalent evidence of numeracy, which can include Functional Skills level 2 o Science GCSE (x1) at Grade C/Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or equivalent Desirable Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent Experience Essential Experience in a hospital or community pharmacy Experience of labelling and dispensing of medicines Communication Essential Be able to communicate effectively in both written & verbal formats with staff and patients Knowledge Essential Knowledge of procedures for pharmacy services knowledge of different pharmacy roles Desirable Knowledge of computer systems Planning and Organising Essential Be able to organise and plan own day to day work and activities Be able to problem solve To possess highly developed physical skills in relation to accuracy Personal Attributes Essential To be confident but also be aware of own limitations / authority Ability to work well under pressure Willing to learn and share knowledge with others 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). 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). Employer details Employer name King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Princess Royal University Hospital Orpington BR6 8ND Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)