Integrated Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

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Job summary

If you are currently undertaking this apprenticeship or have previously completed this apprenticeship or equivalent programme of study please do not apply - for any further eligibility queries please email dbth.apprentices@nhs.net

This post is an exciting opportunity to gain the skills and qualifications to become a qualified Pharmacy Technician.

Roles of Technicians are rapidly developing. We're seeing far more areas of responsibilities than ever before. With exciting developments in Primary and Secondary Care, this training post will ensure that you get sufficient experience in both.

This 2 year fixed term, Level 3 Apprenticeship will be based at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals where a rotation plan covering Dispensary, Ward and Aseptic work will give you a variety of skills to take into your Pharmacy Technician career.

Once qualified, we will assist you in registering with the GPhC, where this will allow you to apply for the role of Pharmacy Technician. Starting salary of a Pharmacy Technician is usually Band 4 and starts at £26,530 rising to £29,114 after 3 years. Further to this, opportunities for Band 5 (£29,970- £36,483) and Band 6 (£37,338- £44,962) work is growing more common place, especially with the increased integration with Primary Care.

Main duties of the job

This unique opportunity is a 2 year position cross-sector post that includes a rotation plan with South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. This means that you will gain experience in the Primary Sector where the role of Pharmacy Technician is rapidly developing. Experience working across multiple GP surgeries will allow you to increase networking as well as multiple ways of learning.

To be considered for this apprenticeship you will need to be a highly organised individual, capable of meeting deadlines and working both as part of a team or on your own. You will be issued a rotation plan to cover Doncaster, Bassetlaw and South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board to supportyour training.

Throughout your Pharmacy career you will be expected to demonstrate continuous professional development. The minimum entry requirements are 4 GCSEs at Level 4 or above (or equivalent), these must include English Language, Mathematics and 1 Science.Your apprenticeship will ensure you receive full training and knowledge in order to deliver excellent, safe patient care, whether you are dispensing; using an automated dispensing system, taking part in medicines reconciliation; working within a pharmacy ward based team, or preparing Asepticproducts.You'll receive 3.5 days 'on the job' training in the workplace and 1.5 days 'off the job' to undertake a distance learning.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.

It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, it's our pledge to help youDevelop,BelongandThrive,Here.

As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Date posted

26 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

272-6642775

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.

Please note, if your application is successful, you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.

Please note, if your application is successful, you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • 5 GCSE's - Level 4 (grade C for qualifications obtained 2016 and previous) or above to include Maths, English and Dual Science or equivalent qualification or experience.

Desirable

  • Level 2 Certificate in Pharmaceutical Science

Experience

Essential

  • Compute literate

Desirable

  • Previous pharmacy experience within hospital and/or community

Organisation Skills

Essential

  • Evidence of prioritising tasks
  • Able to follow instructions
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to study at a higher level

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

  • Good communication skills
  • The ability to demonstrate care, compassion and empathy
  • Have a positive attitude and take pride in the work and organisation
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • 5 GCSE's - Level 4 (grade C for qualifications obtained 2016 and previous) or above to include Maths, English and Dual Science or equivalent qualification or experience.

Desirable

  • Level 2 Certificate in Pharmaceutical Science

Experience

Essential

  • Compute literate

Desirable

  • Previous pharmacy experience within hospital and/or community

Organisation Skills

Essential

  • Evidence of prioritising tasks
  • Able to follow instructions
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to study at a higher level

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

  • Good communication skills
  • The ability to demonstrate care, compassion and empathy
  • Have a positive attitude and take pride in the work and organisation

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

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal Technician - Training and Education

Katie Bywater

katie.bywater@nhs.net

01302644335

Date posted

26 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

272-6642775

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


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