Pharmacy Technician
The closing date is 02 March 2026
Job summary
We are excited to welcome enthusiastic and committed Registered Pharmacy Technicians to join our friendly and supportive team. This is a great chance to build your career in pharmacy, working alongside experienced colleagues in a busy hospital environment.
To succeed in this role, you'll bring relevant pharmacy experience, a BTEC/NVQ Level 3 (Pharmaceutical Sciences) qualification or equivalent, and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). While hospital pharmacy experience is an advantage, it isn't essential -- this could be the perfect first step into hospital practice, as we provide full training across all areas to help you develop your skills.
You'll play an important part in delivering safe and effective patient care, and in return you'll gain valuable experience, ongoing professional development, and the chance to contribute to a service that makes a real difference. Flexibility is key, as the role includes participation in extended hours, weekends, and bank holidays on a rotational basis -- giving you exposure to a wide range of pharmacy services
Main duties of the job
- This role involves supervising pharmacy staff and working closely with the team to provide safe and effective pharmaceutical services.
- The job includes preparing and checking medicines, dispensing prescriptions, and giving advice to patients and ward staff on the correct use of medicines.
- You will help manage stock, ensure medicines are stored and transported safely, and support clinical trials when needed.
- The role also requires keeping accurate records, following strict safety procedures, and contributing to improvements in the pharmacy.
- Flexibility is important, as you may need to work evenings, weekends, or bank holidays, and take on extra responsibilities when required.
About us
What can SaTH Pharmacy offer you?
- Patient focused service
- Supportive and friendly team
- Opportunities for personal development
- A department open to new ways of working
What can SaTH offer you?
- To be part of a trust embarking on a transformational journey
- A supportive environment to enable further development of your career and your skills.
- A developing trust with recent substantial financial investment to develop the facilities and services
- Access to our Leadership Academy
Our vision is simple
To provide excellent care to our communities we serve.
We're looking for people who want to help us achieve this vision, who will help us make a difference.
So:
- Apply today
- Don't miss this incredible opportunity
- Hurry, as our vacancies expire soon
Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum/ pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
223-PTN-158
Job locations
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Mytton Oak Road
Shrewsbury
SY3 8XQ
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Mytton Oak Road
Shrewsbury
SY3 8XQ
Employer's website
http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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