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 General Practice Pharmacy Technician at North HSCP. What you will do: You will use and develop your expertise working as part of a multidisciplinary practice team in conjunction with the Primary Care General Practice Clinical Pharmacists. As part of developing the role of the pharmacy technician, the role also involves supporting the work of the Primary and Community Care Pharmacy Team developments in prescribing software, databases, electronic formularies, supporting technician reviews, specials monitoring etc. 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 have good understanding of medicines (either through qualification or demonstrable experience), IT skills and communication skills, to work as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team. The post requires some clinical knowledge, good communication and organisational skills, along with the ability to work with patients and other healthcare professionals. You will be a qualified pharmacy technician with SQA National Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences and SVQ level 3 – Pharmacy Services, or have an equivalent qualification. You should hold membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council if you are a registered pharmacy technician. Additionally you should demonstrate a commitment to Continuous Professional Development. Applications for a Band 4 post will be considered for newly qualified pharmacy technicians. For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification. Hours: 37 per week In future, in accordance with Agenda for Change terms and conditions, you may be required to work over 7 days and/or an extended working day. UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership : UK driving licence/Car ownership is essential to this role. If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: Lauren Smith on 07557083041 or via: lauren.smith2aapct.scot.nhs.uk 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.