Job summary This is a new and exciting role and the person will develop an education, training and development strategy for staff in the Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit. You will have the opportunity to enable staff to grow professionally and personally and develop their careers. Main duties of the job Develop an education, training and development strategy for the Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit Responsible for providing leadership and managing the training of all grades of staff within the Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit. To train, develop and manage the team of assessors and educational supervisors. To participate in the provision of a safe and efficient aseptic production service and ensure that the service complies with all relevant legislation, good practice and quality standards. This role requires a good underpinning knowledge of GMP and the ability to communicate effectively and motivate other team members. They will be a self-starter and need to demonstrate that they can work autonomously and manage their own time well, whilst fitting in with the wider team priorities. About us With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience. CGH is located in the city centre with access to shops and cafes. The pharmacy manufacturing unit has approximately 31 staff and we provide a service to both sites CGH and GRH for oncology & haematology patients. We are a friendly, inclusive department who wish to nurture and develop our staff at all grades. Date posted 03 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 318-25-T0096 Job locations Cheltenham General Hospital Sandford Rd Cheltenham GL53 7AN Job description Job responsibilities Training & Supervision To lead, develop and maintain the delivery of all grades of pharmacy technical staff training Ensure training is provided for all pharmacy technical staff including new and existing staff. Ensure training is provided for staff rotating into the unit and visiting students. Be a CPD facilitator and encourage and help registered staff to take part in continuing professional development Act as an A1 National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Assessor to review work performance of students and Assistant Technical Officers and ensure standardisation of NVQ units Act as Educational Supervisor for Pre and In-Process Checking (PIPC) national checking accreditation scheme. Motivate, manage and support staff undergoing training Agree staff training objectives with senior staff and managers Advise senior managers on pharmacy technical staff induction and training issues Agree competencies for pharmacy technical staff with appropriate managers Manage and assess pre-registration pharmacy technicians and science manufacturing technicians for NVQ level 3 qualifications leading to registration with their professional body and assist them in gaining their qualification using a range of education methods. Manage and assess senior pharmacy assistants and pharmacy assistants for NVQ level 2 qualifications (pharmacy services or science manufacturing process operative) and assist them in gaining their qualification Responsible for training, mentoring, supervising and countersigning trainee NVQ assessors who are working towards their A1 qualification. Hold regular NVQ Assessor standardisation meetings to ensure all assessors follow latest guidelines and best practice and develop the team of assessors for future requirements Lead and participate in competency assessing pharmacy assistants according to in-house standards. Attend training courses to ensure skills, knowledge and practice are current and recommend such courses to other staff. Produce departmental induction paperwork used by all new starters. Produce material for assessing competencies for technical staff group. This includes exams for national accreditation courses. e.g. PIPC/PAAP/ACPT Co-ordinate and ensure statutory and mandatory training is undertaken by all pharmacy technical staff. To monitor the validation status of all production staff to ensure that all routine validation procedures are organised. Tact and persuasive skills are required when advising staff of corrective action needed following any deficits in competency assessments Organisation, Leadership and Management To play an active role in rota planning to ensure training issues are being addressed Lead and manage training and development of new and existing technical staff throughout the pharmacy manufacturing unit Responsible of organising and overseeing induction programme for new technical staff Assist in organising time tables for vacation placement and other students Co-ordinate the assessments/exams of candidates for relevant training courses and accreditations Co-ordinate regular training sessions for all technical staff Manage all Assessors and Educational Supervisors. Communicate changes and development. Organise regular meeting for updates and standardisation Interview as part of recruitment and selection processes as required by the Production Manager To participate in appraising members of the team Service Delivery Aseptically prepare products within a strictly controlled environment following validated methods and standard operating procedures cytotoxic intravenous additives (including trial material and intrathecal injections) adult parenteral nutrition (PN) other aseptic products made under the section 10 exemption of the Medicines Act Demonstrate and maintain aseptic competence by successfully completing broth validation every 3 months To receive cytotoxic prescriptions, and help to co-ordinate workload outside the clean room involving communication with clinical oncology pharmacy and nursing staff in chemotherapy clinic. Timely provision of patient treatment through prioritisation To generate worksheets & labels and assemble raw materials for all aseptically prepared products. Providing additional checks on syringe volumes for cytotoxic and PN products Perform pre-process checks on ingredients and worksheets To perform pre and in-process checks in clean rooms Undertake the final check / release of products prepared under section 10 exemption of the Medicines Act 1968 under the supervision of the Accountable Pharmacist Undertake checking of outsourced dispensed items To undertake the role of clean room supervisor as required Promote Good Manufacturing Practice so to ensure the provision of a safe effective and efficient service is maintained Participate in clinical trials To print paperwork of Adult PN, liaising with the nutrition team pharmacist, and perform paperwork checks To undertake dispensing and labelling of outsourced drugs To be able to perform any other more junior job role as required ensuring continuity of service. Handle complex, sensitive information e.g. patient data including diagnosis and treatment regimens, in a confidential, professional manner with efficiency, tact and diplomacy, ensuring compliance with data protection legislation and information governance. Job description Job responsibilities Training & Supervision To lead, develop and maintain the delivery of all grades of pharmacy technical staff training Ensure training is provided for all pharmacy technical staff including new and existing staff. Ensure training is provided for staff rotating into the unit and visiting students. Be a CPD facilitator and encourage and help registered staff to take part in continuing professional development Act as an A1 National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Assessor to review work performance of students and Assistant Technical Officers and ensure standardisation of NVQ units Act as Educational Supervisor for Pre and In-Process Checking (PIPC) national checking accreditation scheme. Motivate, manage and support staff undergoing training Agree staff training objectives with senior staff and managers Advise senior managers on pharmacy technical staff induction and training issues Agree competencies for pharmacy technical staff with appropriate managers Manage and assess pre-registration pharmacy technicians and science manufacturing technicians for NVQ level 3 qualifications leading to registration with their professional body and assist them in gaining their qualification using a range of education methods. Manage and assess senior pharmacy assistants and pharmacy assistants for NVQ level 2 qualifications (pharmacy services or science manufacturing process operative) and assist them in gaining their qualification Responsible for training, mentoring, supervising and countersigning trainee NVQ assessors who are working towards their A1 qualification. Hold regular NVQ Assessor standardisation meetings to ensure all assessors follow latest guidelines and best practice and develop the team of assessors for future requirements Lead and participate in competency assessing pharmacy assistants according to in-house standards. Attend training courses to ensure skills, knowledge and practice are current and recommend such courses to other staff. Produce departmental induction paperwork used by all new starters. Produce material for assessing competencies for technical staff group. This includes exams for national accreditation courses. e.g. PIPC/PAAP/ACPT Co-ordinate and ensure statutory and mandatory training is undertaken by all pharmacy technical staff. To monitor the validation status of all production staff to ensure that all routine validation procedures are organised. Tact and persuasive skills are required when advising staff of corrective action needed following any deficits in competency assessments Organisation, Leadership and Management To play an active role in rota planning to ensure training issues are being addressed Lead and manage training and development of new and existing technical staff throughout the pharmacy manufacturing unit Responsible of organising and overseeing induction programme for new technical staff Assist in organising time tables for vacation placement and other students Co-ordinate the assessments/exams of candidates for relevant training courses and accreditations Co-ordinate regular training sessions for all technical staff Manage all Assessors and Educational Supervisors. Communicate changes and development. Organise regular meeting for updates and standardisation Interview as part of recruitment and selection processes as required by the Production Manager To participate in appraising members of the team Service Delivery Aseptically prepare products within a strictly controlled environment following validated methods and standard operating procedures cytotoxic intravenous additives (including trial material and intrathecal injections) adult parenteral nutrition (PN) other aseptic products made under the section 10 exemption of the Medicines Act Demonstrate and maintain aseptic competence by successfully completing broth validation every 3 months To receive cytotoxic prescriptions, and help to co-ordinate workload outside the clean room involving communication with clinical oncology pharmacy and nursing staff in chemotherapy clinic. Timely provision of patient treatment through prioritisation To generate worksheets & labels and assemble raw materials for all aseptically prepared products. Providing additional checks on syringe volumes for cytotoxic and PN products Perform pre-process checks on ingredients and worksheets To perform pre and in-process checks in clean rooms Undertake the final check / release of products prepared under section 10 exemption of the Medicines Act 1968 under the supervision of the Accountable Pharmacist Undertake checking of outsourced dispensed items To undertake the role of clean room supervisor as required Promote Good Manufacturing Practice so to ensure the provision of a safe effective and efficient service is maintained Participate in clinical trials To print paperwork of Adult PN, liaising with the nutrition team pharmacist, and perform paperwork checks To undertake dispensing and labelling of outsourced drugs To be able to perform any other more junior job role as required ensuring continuity of service. Handle complex, sensitive information e.g. patient data including diagnosis and treatment regimens, in a confidential, professional manner with efficiency, tact and diplomacy, ensuring compliance with data protection legislation and information governance. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GPHC registered Pharmacy Technician BTEC and NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Pharmacy Services Pre and In-process checking national accreditation (PIPC) Desirable Cleanroom Supervision accreditation Aseptic Preparation and Dispensing of Medicines course (APDM) Final accuracy checking programme (FACP) Product Approval accreditation (PAAP) Training qualification level 3 or equivalent Management qualification level 3 or equivalent NVQ Assessor qualification A1 Experience Essential Extensive experience working in a Pharmacy aseptic/manufacturing unit A substantial breadth and depth of post qualification experience ensuring a high level of technical expertise Practical experience of Isolator Technology Experience of staff development, training, education and assessment Demonstrable evidence of recent CPD in the form of study days, courses or self study Working within a team Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Essential Demonstrable knowledge and clear understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice and other relevant regulations, guidance and quality standards Good demonstrable understanding of control of substances hazardous to health regulations (COSHH) Well developed physical accuracy and dexterity Able to concentrate for prolonged periods when subject to changing working patterns Be able to provide and receive information where there may be barriers to understanding Can demonstrate sensitivity in dealing with staff Be able to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats Able to make sound judgements where there are a range of options and know when to refer to someone with correct expertise Ability to motivate other team members Maintain confidentiality at all times Desirable Excellent IT skills including Microsoft applications Qualities Essential Ability to maintain a professional image and follow the GPHC professional guidelines Self motivated Good time management Able to work accurately under pressure, plan, organise and prioritise workloads and delegate appropriately Good communication skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential GPHC registered Pharmacy Technician BTEC and NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Pharmacy Services Pre and In-process checking national accreditation (PIPC) Desirable Cleanroom Supervision accreditation Aseptic Preparation and Dispensing of Medicines course (APDM) Final accuracy checking programme (FACP) Product Approval accreditation (PAAP) Training qualification level 3 or equivalent Management qualification level 3 or equivalent NVQ Assessor qualification A1 Experience Essential Extensive experience working in a Pharmacy aseptic/manufacturing unit A substantial breadth and depth of post qualification experience ensuring a high level of technical expertise Practical experience of Isolator Technology Experience of staff development, training, education and assessment Demonstrable evidence of recent CPD in the form of study days, courses or self study Working within a team Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Essential Demonstrable knowledge and clear understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice and other relevant regulations, guidance and quality standards Good demonstrable understanding of control of substances hazardous to health regulations (COSHH) Well developed physical accuracy and dexterity Able to concentrate for prolonged periods when subject to changing working patterns Be able to provide and receive information where there may be barriers to understanding Can demonstrate sensitivity in dealing with staff Be able to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats Able to make sound judgements where there are a range of options and know when to refer to someone with correct expertise Ability to motivate other team members Maintain confidentiality at all times Desirable Excellent IT skills including Microsoft applications Qualities Essential Ability to maintain a professional image and follow the GPHC professional guidelines Self motivated Good time management Able to work accurately under pressure, plan, organise and prioritise workloads and delegate appropriately Good communication skills 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). 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 Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Cheltenham General Hospital Sandford Rd Cheltenham GL53 7AN Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)