Job summary
An exciting opportunity to develop as a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (PTPT) based at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. Both our apprenticeship and non-apprenticeship routes provide the necessary skills and knowledge to complete the Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice of Pharmacy Technicians over two years. You will gain extensive understanding of pharmacy based knowledge whilst rotating across other areas within the trust. This is a fantastic opportunity to undertake a formal professional qualification whilst learning on the job.
Candidates must have a minimum of 4 GCSE's grade C/4 or above which MUST include Maths, English. Science GCSE is not mandatory but is preferred. If you do not hold a Science GCSE then you must be able to pass a screening assessment meeting the minimum educational requirements of Science GCSE grade C/4. Certificates will need to be provided prior to interview stage in order to be verified. Candidates must also meet the eligibility criteria for Apprenticeships.
The post holder will be based at either Conquest Hospital, Hastings or Eastbourne District General Hospital but will involve cross-site working. It will include a range of internal rotations and potential opportunities for multi-sector rotations through our established Sussex-wide networks
Main duties of the job
You are required to demonstrate excellent communication skills, be able to work efficiently and accurately, pay attention to detail and be able to integrate into teams.
You will need to be highly committed to achieve this qualification as it requires participation and completion of a vigorous training and competency program. You will need to demonstrate excellent work/study/life balance skills and be very self-motivated.
4 days each week will be work based gaining the vocational experience and completing competencies required to complete the Level 3 diploma. 1 day per week will be given to learn the knowledge required to underpin this diploma. Your training will involve working with an assessor to develop a work-based portfolio, undertaking work-based assessments, and completing all assignments/projects.
Trainees who successfully complete the training programme, an e-portfolio and the end point assessment (EPA) will be eligible to register with the GPhC and practice as a Registered Pharmacy Technician.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to service delivery at either site on a flexible working basis which will include weekends and evenings. You will remain under supervision for the duration of the training period but may earn a degree of autonomy determined by the supervisor and successful completion of assessment or competency standards to undertake specific tasks.
About us
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at EDGH and Conquest, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available for a nominal monthly or annual charge.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Fixed term is planned to run from February 2025 February 2027
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Fixed term is planned to run from February 2025 February 2027
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs at grade A*-C/9-4 and must include (as a minimum) English Language and Mathematics. Science GCSE at grade A*-C/9-4 or successfully complete screening assessment with education provider (to be able to take screening assessment you must hold level 2 in Pharmacy services qualification and/or have 2 years pharmacy experience)
- Have a level 2 Pharmacy services qualification and be able to successfully complete a screening assessment with the education provider.
- Aged 16 or above.
- Must not hold a Level 3 qualification or above in the same training subject.
- Must not already be in any form of formal government-funded education.
Desirable
- NVQ or BTEC level 2 in a GPhC recognised qualification e.g. Pharmacy Services.
- Studied to AS or A level standard or undertaken further education certificate(s).
Experience
Essential
- Customer service experience (e.g. retail, hospitality)
- Team working experience
- Experience of personal time management
Desirable
- Understanding of the NHS vision & values
- Health service or dispensing experience
- Knowledge of the NHS Long Term Plan and the NHS constitution
- Pharmacy experience in any sector
- Understanding of COSHH for handling of hazardous Pharmaceuticals
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Problem solving skills
- Organisational skills
- Confident IT skills with an ability to use Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams & Excel)
- Good numeracy and literacy skills (to carry out basic pharmaceutical calculations)
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs at grade A*-C/9-4 and must include (as a minimum) English Language and Mathematics. Science GCSE at grade A*-C/9-4 or successfully complete screening assessment with education provider (to be able to take screening assessment you must hold level 2 in Pharmacy services qualification and/or have 2 years pharmacy experience)
- Have a level 2 Pharmacy services qualification and be able to successfully complete a screening assessment with the education provider.
- Aged 16 or above.
- Must not hold a Level 3 qualification or above in the same training subject.
- Must not already be in any form of formal government-funded education.
Desirable
- NVQ or BTEC level 2 in a GPhC recognised qualification e.g. Pharmacy Services.
- Studied to AS or A level standard or undertaken further education certificate(s).
Experience
Essential
- Customer service experience (e.g. retail, hospitality)
- Team working experience
- Experience of personal time management
Desirable
- Understanding of the NHS vision & values
- Health service or dispensing experience
- Knowledge of the NHS Long Term Plan and the NHS constitution
- Pharmacy experience in any sector
- Understanding of COSHH for handling of hazardous Pharmaceuticals
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Problem solving skills
- Organisational skills
- Confident IT skills with an ability to use Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams & Excel)
- Good numeracy and literacy skills (to carry out basic pharmaceutical calculations)
Desirable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
