Job summary
PLEASE NOTE THIS VACANCY IS FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY - ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE CONTRACTED BY SHEFFIELD CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the pharmacy department at the Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust for a L3 Apprentice Pre Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician.
The opportunity offers 2 years comprehensive training in all aspects of pharmacy services on a rotational basis.
Individuals will need to be highly organised and motivated and be capable of meeting multiple deadlines. We will expect applicants to have an understanding of the role of a Pharmacy Technician (or have previous experience of working in a pharmacy).
Main duties of the job
To be eligible for consideration for a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician interview, you must meet all essential criteria and have:
4 GCSEs at grade C/ 4 or above including English, Maths and 1 Science.
Applicants MUST have the required minimum qualifications and will be asked to bring original certificates to interview.
Students who successfully complete the 2 year course and associated study will be required to register as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
About us
Sheffield Children's is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.
We have three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision "to create a healthier future for children and young people."
- Outstanding patient care
- Brilliant place to work
- Leader in children's health
Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including; generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.
We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working
Job description
Job responsibilities
To gain the relevant skills, knowledge and work experience requirements for registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), trainees will undertake a two year work experience to complete the Pearson L3 Diploma in the Principles and Practices for Pharmacy technician's.
- To dispense prescriptions and medicines requisitions for patients, wards and departments of the Trust following standard operating procedures (SOPs) under the supervision of a pharmacy technician.
- To issue prescriptions to patients.
- To Final Accuracy Check dispensed items.
- To participate in the operation of efficient stock control and Procurement management systems for the various areas within the pharmacy, wards and departments.
- Participate in the Technician ward service for Medicine Reconciliation including Supply of medicines, Patients own Drug Checks and medicine history taking.
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: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
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 Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
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
Job description
Job responsibilities
To gain the relevant skills, knowledge and work experience requirements for registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), trainees will undertake a two year work experience to complete the Pearson L3 Diploma in the Principles and Practices for Pharmacy technician's.
- To dispense prescriptions and medicines requisitions for patients, wards and departments of the Trust following standard operating procedures (SOPs) under the supervision of a pharmacy technician.
- To issue prescriptions to patients.
- To Final Accuracy Check dispensed items.
- To participate in the operation of efficient stock control and Procurement management systems for the various areas within the pharmacy, wards and departments.
- Participate in the Technician ward service for Medicine Reconciliation including Supply of medicines, Patients own Drug Checks and medicine history taking.
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: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
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 Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
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
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE grade C/4 including Maths, English Language and 2 Sciences.
Desirable
- IT qualification e.g. ECDL
- Level 2 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good general education
- Awareness of importance of Health and Safety/Risk Management issues
Desirable
- Knowledge of Pharmacy Services
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience working within hospital and/or community pharmacy
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE grade C/4 including Maths, English Language and 2 Sciences.
Desirable
- IT qualification e.g. ECDL
- Level 2 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good general education
- Awareness of importance of Health and Safety/Risk Management issues
Desirable
- Knowledge of Pharmacy Services
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience working within hospital and/or community pharmacy
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).
