Job summary Are you looking for a role where you can earn while you learn? We are seeking 4 Pre-registration Pharmacy Technician level 3 Apprentices to join us: Pharmacy technicians are registered professionals working within the regulatory standards for pharmacy as set by the General Pharmaceutical Council. Our Pre-registration Pharmacy Technician Apprentices undertake a 2-year distance learning training programme with the University of East Anglia with lots of support from our dedicated and experienced training team. You will attend a virtual training to study for the coursework for your Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice. To be eligible to apply for the Pre-registration Trainee Apprentice, you will need 4 GCSE's at grade C/4 or above including Maths, English and science (or a combined science award with one qualification at C/4 or above plus another GCSE). Maths and English Functional skills levels 2 can also be accepted. Pharmacy experience is not essential but would be desirable but a NVQ2 in pharmacy is not an alternative to the academic requirements above. Proof of the above qualifications will be requested at interview. Main duties of the job Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. Main duties under supervision include: o Providing medications to inpatients, wards and patients visiting outpatient clinics o Communicating with OUH staff and patients at our reception or via the telephone o Using the pharmacy computer systems o Counselling patients on medications o Answering medicine queries in our medicines information department o Working alongside a medicines management technician on wards o Working in the cancer satellite pharmacy and clinical trials team We are looking for hardworking and enthusiastic people who are interested in a healthcare career which has varied rotations and gives you a grounding in all aspects of pharmacy technician roles in hospital. We expect you to commit to the 2-year training programme, including all practical and academic aspects, supported by your excellent organisational skills. About us OUHFT employees can access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. We also provide daily study time to ensure we help you to achieve your full potential, but we also expected you to be committed to studying outside of work time. This is a practical course alongside a Level 4 academic qualification based mainly at the John Radcliffe and Churchill Hospitals in Oxford working 37.5hours per week Monday to Friday with a one in six weekend commitment, late duty commitment and working one Bank Holiday a year. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year 70% of top of band 4 in first year rising to 75% in 2nd year Contract Fixed term Duration 24 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 321-CSS-6758196-B4 Job locations Cross-site Headley Way, Headington Oxford OX3 9DU Job description Job responsibilities Main duties under supervision include: Providing medications to inpatients, wards and patients visiting outpatient clinics Communicating with OUH staff and patients at our reception or via the telephone Using the pharmacy computer systems Counselling patients on medications Answering medicine queries in our medicines information department Working alongside a medicines management technician on wards Working in the cancer satellite pharmacy and clinical trials team Job description Job responsibilities Main duties under supervision include: Providing medications to inpatients, wards and patients visiting outpatient clinics Communicating with OUH staff and patients at our reception or via the telephone Using the pharmacy computer systems Counselling patients on medications Answering medicine queries in our medicines information department Working alongside a medicines management technician on wards Working in the cancer satellite pharmacy and clinical trials team Person Specification Qualifications Essential 4 GCSE's or equivalent (grades A, B or C OR grade 4) including Biology or human biology, Chemistry, Maths and English (or a subject testing English). A dual award science or equivalent at grade A, B or C will be accepted for these subjects Desirable 4 GCSE's or equivalent at grade A or equivalent including Biology or human biology, Chemistry, Maths and English (or a subject testing English). A dual award science or equivalent at grade A will be accepted for these subjects 4 GCSE's or equivalent at grade A or equivalent including Biology or human biology, Chemistry, Maths and English (or a subject testing English). Experience Desirable Work experience in hospital or community pharmacy Customer service Skills / Abilities Essential oGood verbal and written communication skills oGood interpersonal skills oSelf organisational skills oMethodical with attention to detail following accepted methods of good practice laid down in SOPs oBasic keyboard / computer skills Personality / Disposition Essential oSelf motivated oFlexible approach to work oAbility to work alone and as part of a team oWillingness to learn and complete course of study Knowledge Desirable oUnderstand the roles of pharmacy technicians and pharmacists in hospital/community Person Specification Qualifications Essential 4 GCSE's or equivalent (grades A, B or C OR grade 4) including Biology or human biology, Chemistry, Maths and English (or a subject testing English). A dual award science or equivalent at grade A, B or C will be accepted for these subjects Desirable 4 GCSE's or equivalent at grade A or equivalent including Biology or human biology, Chemistry, Maths and English (or a subject testing English). A dual award science or equivalent at grade A will be accepted for these subjects 4 GCSE's or equivalent at grade A or equivalent including Biology or human biology, Chemistry, Maths and English (or a subject testing English). Experience Desirable Work experience in hospital or community pharmacy Customer service Skills / Abilities Essential oGood verbal and written communication skills oGood interpersonal skills oSelf organisational skills oMethodical with attention to detail following accepted methods of good practice laid down in SOPs oBasic keyboard / computer skills Personality / Disposition Essential oSelf motivated oFlexible approach to work oAbility to work alone and as part of a team oWillingness to learn and complete course of study Knowledge Desirable oUnderstand the roles of pharmacy technicians and pharmacists in hospital/community 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. Employer details Employer name Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Cross-site Headley Way, Headington Oxford OX3 9DU Employer's website https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)