Job summary Fixed Term:12 months | Full-time We are looking for someone to join our team, contributing to an efficient and accurate Medicines Management service. Your role will include assessing patient medication histories, supporting discharge planning, and ensuring the availability and suitability of medicines. About Us: The Medicine Management Technician team consists of 10 technicians working with the Ward Pharmacist. Our Pharmacy department provides a progressive service supporting a range of patients. Joining us means becoming part of a patient-focused, rewarding environment, with opportunities for professional development and collaborative working. About You: You will be a registered Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC and an Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician. Previous hospital experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. Join us at Sheffield Children's and be a valued member of our team Interviews: 15th May Main duties of the job Reporting to the Senior Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will include: Work across a variety of wards and departments, delivering ward pharmacy services, offering advice, and supplying relevant guidelines, and up-to-date information to support ward nursing staff. Participate in the medicines management service, including assessing the availability and suitability of patients' own medicines, and referring non-standard prescriptions to the relevant authority. Participate in the discharge planning process, ensuring the efficient and accurate provision of medicines for patients to take home, including providing appropriate patient counselling. Contribute to the Medicines Reconciliation service on inpatient wards, ensuring accurate medication histories. Work with the inpatient dispensary team, providing Accuracy Checking cover when needed. About us At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are: Outstanding Patient Care Brilliant Place to work Leaders in Children's Health We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise. As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home. As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health. Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discountshelping you succeed at work and beyond. Date posted 08 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 425-25-7109664 Job locations Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Western Bank Sheffield S10 2TH Job description Job responsibilities For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification. Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour. Diversity Statement At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ members. Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.teamnhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs. LI-Onsite Job description Job responsibilities For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification. Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour. Diversity Statement At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ members. Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.teamnhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs. LI-Onsite Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician NVQ level 3 in pharmacy services or equivalent registerable qualification Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council Desirable IT qualification Medicine Management Technician Accreditation L4 Btec Diploma Clinical services Experience Essential Post qualification experience or post qualification paediatric hospital pharmacy experience Desirable Ward Pharmacy services Knowledge & Skills Essential Can use computer key board / computer Desirable Ward pharmacy services & Paediatric pharmacy experience Used to using JAC pharmacy system Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician NVQ level 3 in pharmacy services or equivalent registerable qualification Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council Desirable IT qualification Medicine Management Technician Accreditation L4 Btec Diploma Clinical services Experience Essential Post qualification experience or post qualification paediatric hospital pharmacy experience Desirable Ward Pharmacy services Knowledge & Skills Essential Can use computer key board / computer Desirable Ward pharmacy services & Paediatric pharmacy experience Used to using JAC pharmacy system 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). 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. 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). 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 Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust Address Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Western Bank Sheffield S10 2TH Employer's website https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)