Lead Pharmacy Technician - Education and Training

Job summary

Are you a Pharmacy Technician with a keen interest in education and training?

Do you want to play a key role in developing and supporting the future of our profession?

Due to an external promotion of the current post holder, we have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join our forward-thinking and innovative team.

With ongoing changes in the pharmacy landscape for both registered and non-registered staff, this role offers a unique opportunity to lead on Education and Training for Pharmacy Technicians and non-registered staff.

You will work closely with a wider education and training team, contributing to the growth and development of our workforce.

Our department values wellbeing, professional development, and staff engagement, recognising their impact on job satisfaction and overall success.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

The main purpose of this role is to lead the effective management of the Initial Education and Training (IET) for Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants, maintaining oversight of the extended roles within technical staffing groups, including ACPT, Educational Supervisor status, leadership and management and Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician (MOPT) accreditations and other professional development opportunities.

You will be responsible for the provision of an effective Education, Training and Development strategy for the technical workforce, including training time frames and achievement of competence in all areas of pharmacy practice.

You will be the direct line manager for pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians (PTPTs), including cross sector employees as the BSW Lead, responsible for their funding, resource, activity, information and selection of training provider.

You'll provide effective support to facilitate the development of the roles of Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants, including bespoke training sessions for Continued Professional Development (CPD).

You will work with the Lead Technician for Operations and Lead Pharmacist - Workforce whilst ensuring monthly updates are provided to the Pharmacy Senior Leadership Team in relation to all Education, Training, Learning and Development activity.

You'll support the department seniors in the facilitation of inductions for all staff, ensuring induction and competence are demonstrated within a reasonable time frame, strengtheningthe Educational and Development specialism within the Pharmacy Department.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.