Pharmacy Technician inSheffield inSheffield PUBLISHED THU 5 DEC 2024

Band 4: £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

EMPATHY NHS

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust rWJXVTy3

Opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive team environment at Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust.

Potential for professional development through upskilling to meet GPHC's new education and training requirements for Pharmacy Technicians.

Hands-on experience in both the Pharmacy Dispensary and Aseptic unit, exposing you to diverse aspects of pharmacy practice.

Involvement in crucial tasks such as dispensing medication for in-patients and supporting medicines management services.

Training provided regardless of previous hospital experience, making it accessible for new entrants into the field.

Commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and support for applicants from all backgrounds and with additional needs.

Alignment with Trust values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, contributing to high-quality patient care.

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated Pharmacy Technician to join their friendly team, working primarily in the Pharmacy Dispensary and Aseptic unit. This role involves dispensing prescription items for inpatients and outpatients, supporting medicines management services, and preparing complex medications such as CIVAs and TPN in the Aseptic unit. Applicants must be registered with the GPhC, but previous hospital experience is not required as comprehensive training will be provided.

The Trust values inclusivity and seeks candidates who possess strong communication skills and a desire to develop within a specialized pharmacy area. They are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. The Trust emphasises high-quality patient care guided by their CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

We have an excellent opportunity within our friendly department for an enthusiastic and highly motivated technician to join our team.

The role will involve working in the Pharmacy Dispensary and the Pharmacy Aseptic unit. We are developing our Band 4 roles in line with the GPHC new initial education and training requirements for Pharmacy Technicians. Opportunity will be given to applicants who have qualified prior to June 2022 to upskill to this requirement.

If you have good communication skills, are keen to develop within a specialist area of Pharmacy and are able to work well within a team then this is the job for you!

In the Dispensary you will contribute to the dispensing of prescription items for in-patients, some out-patients and discharge requests. You will also provide support to the medicines management service including patient's own drug usage schemes.

In the Aseptic unit you will participate in the preparation of CIVAs, cytotoxic medicine and TPN. You will also assist in ensuring the cleaning and monitoring of the suite is maintained at an appropriate level.

It is essential that you are registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC.

Previous experience within a hospital environment is not essential as full training can be provided.

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Inclusive Recruitment & Selection

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.

We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager:

We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at

Trust Values

The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:

Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect

Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility

Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion

Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care

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To work as a Pharmacy Technician in the UK, you need a combination of educational qualifications, technical skills, and interpersonal skills. Here are the key skills and qualifications typically required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Pharmacy Technician Diploma: You usually need to complete a Level 3 qualification in Pharmacy Services (e.g., BTEC in Pharmacy Services, City & Guilds Diploma).

2. Registration: You must register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) to practice as a Pharmacy Technician.

Technical Skills:

1. Pharmaceutical Knowledge: A solid understanding of medications, their uses, side effects, and how they interact.

2. Dispensing Skills: Proficiency in accurately dispensing medications and managing prescriptions.

3. Health and Safety: Knowledge of health and safety regulations, particularly related to the handling of medicines.

4. Inventory Management: Skills in managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and keeping accurate records.

5. IT Skills: Competence in using pharmacy management software and other computer systems to maintain patient records and manage stock.

Interpersonal Skills:

1. Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with patients and healthcare professionals. This includes explaining medication usage and addressing patient concerns.

2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a pharmacy team and with other healthcare providers.

3. Customer Service: Strong skills in providing excellent service to patients and addressing their needs in a respectful and supportive manner.

4. Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in dispensing medications and managing prescriptions.

Other Skills:

1. Problem-Solving: Ability to handle issues that may arise with prescriptions or patient concerns effectively.

2. Empathy: Understanding the needs and concerns of patients, providing them with support and reassurance.

3. Time Management: Balancing various tasks efficiently, particularly in a busy pharmacy environment.

4. Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changes in regulations, medications, and technologies.

Additional Considerations:

- Continued Professional Development: Engaging in ongoing education and training to stay updated with the latest practices and advancements in pharmacy.

- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with UK pharmaceutical regulations and guidelines.

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