Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician inSheffield inSheffield PUBLISHED MON 14 OCT 2024

Band 4: £26,530 to £29,114 a year APPRENTICESHIP GOOD SALARY

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The NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board is offering a fixed-term 2-year apprenticeship for a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician, starting in February 2025. This role involves working in both GP practices and hospital settings across South Yorkshire, where you will undertake formal training while gaining hands-on experience. The position requires regular travel within the region, and you will be enrolled at Bradford College to pursue a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Candidates must have five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Maths, English, and Science, while previous pharmacy or healthcare experience is desirable but not mandatory. The apprenticeship combines on-the-job training and study, providing opportunities to develop essential skills and competencies needed for professional registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal qualities are essential, along with enthusiasm and self-motivation to succeed in this role focused on improving healthcare outcomes in South Yorkshire.

Fixed Term 2 Year Apprenticeship -Band 4 Annex 21

70% Top of Band 4 Year One - £20,379.80

75% Top of Band 4 Year Two - £21,835.50

INTERVIEW DATE: 8 NOVEMBER 2024

Regular travel across South Yorkshire (SY) including bases across ICB SY, Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation trust sites, SY GP practices and hybrid working from home.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pre-registration trainee Pharmacy Technician to join us at South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (SY ICB) starting with us in February 2025. You will be working in GP practices and hospital settings across South Yorkshire undertaking a formal professional qualification whilst learning and earning on the job. Travel to various locations across South Yorkshire will be integral to this role.

We need candidates who are interested in developing a career in pharmacy, with a view to becoming professionally registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council. You will be registered with our training provider Bradford College who will provide a blended approach of live online lessons and face to face learning one day a week and additional study time is provided to support you in order for you to gain your Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) BTEC Level 3 Diploma.

You MUST have five GCSEs at grade C/4 (or above) including Maths, English, and Science. An NVQ 2/3 may count towards the fourth or fifth GCSE requirement. Previous experience in Pharmacy or Healthcare would be desirable but not essential for this post.

You will need to be enthusiastic, self motivated and hard working and have good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

The apprenticeship will involve a mix of study and on the job training, with rotations across South Yorkshire GP practices and Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, where you will gain practical experience in dispensing, procurement and ward services. You will also be working alongside SY ICB medicines optimisation team members helping us to promote the safe, cost effective and sustainable use of medicines, reducing health inequalities, and improving the health of the people of South Yorkshire.

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To develop, the knowledge, skills and competencies to achieve a QCF Level 3 BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences through a structured rotational training program with South Yorkshire ICB Medicines Optimisation Team and Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals, in order to be able to register as Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

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To work as a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician in the UK, there are several essential skills and qualifications you'll need to develop. Here’s a list of key skills and attributes:

1. Knowledge of Pharmaceutical Sciences

- Understanding of drug formulations, pharmacology, and pharmaceutical calculations.

- Familiarity with the properties and uses of medicines.

2. Attention to Detail

- Accuracy in dispensing medications and compounding preparations.

- Ability to thoroughly check prescriptions and ensure medication safety.

3. Communication Skills

- Clear communication with healthcare professionals, patients, and the general public.

- Ability to explain medication usage and instructions effectively.

4. Interpersonal Skills

- Building rapport with patients and colleagues.

- Empathy and patience when dealing with diverse patient needs.

5. Problem-Solving Skills

- Critical thinking for resolving medication-related queries and issues.

- Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

6. Organizational Skills

- Managing multiple tasks efficiently, such as inventory management and record-keeping.

- Time management skills to meet deadlines in a busy environment.

7. Technical Skills

- Competence in using pharmacy software and information management systems.

- Familiarity with laboratory equipment for any compounding tasks.

8. Regulatory Knowledge

- Understanding of pharmacy laws, regulations, and ethical standards.

- Compliance with health and safety guidelines.

9. Teamwork

- Ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.

- Respect for diverse roles and contributions in a healthcare setting.

10. Adaptability

- Flexibility to adjust to changes in the work environment or regulations.

- Willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies.

Educational Requirements

- Typically, you will need to have completed or be enrolled in an accredited pharmacy technician training program.

- It is essential to have a qualification in pharmacy, such as a Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills or relevant equivalent.

Practical Experience

- Completing a period of pre-registration training in a pharmacy setting is necessary to gain hands-on experience and skills.

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