Manx Care

Pharmacy Technician - Medicines Optimisation Team

The closing date is 29 April 2026

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Job summary

Are you a registered Pharmacy Technician ready for a fresh challenge where your expertise truly shapes patient care? Join Manx Cares Medicines Optimisation Team as a Pharmacy Technician and take on a role that spans GP surgeries, Care Homes, community services and specialist areas. Youll carry out audits, support medication reviews, contribute to multidisciplinary meetings, analyse prescribing trends and provide clear guidance to patients and staff on the safe, effective use of medicines.

Main duties of the job

Youll join a team that values collaboration, clear communication and a shared commitment to improving outcomes across the Isle of Man. Working closely with Pharmacists, practice teams and care staff, youll strengthen medicines management systems and support high quality, cost effective prescribing. If youre ready to take your skills further and make a meaningful difference, apply now!

About us

By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man youll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Islands healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS. We provide lots of opportunities for professional learning and CPD, this includes use of our well-resourced education and training centre. At many of our locations youll have access to free on-site car parking. People who relocate here can also get a refund on their National Insurance contributions for the first year of living here. In addition, we offer generous relocation packages for most of our roles! On the Isle of Man you can benefit from great lifestyle opportunities, a safe environment and great schools. Manx residents benefit from lower tax rates compared to most countries in the EU.

Details

Date posted

01 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£37,876 to £47,563 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-024250

Job locations

Various locations across the Isle of Man

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM1 1AG


Job description

Job responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you

Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.

Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you

Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.

Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered as a Practising Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered as a Practising Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

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

Manx Care

Address

Various locations across the Isle of Man

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM1 1AG


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Manx Care

Address

Various locations across the Isle of Man

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM1 1AG


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Pharmaceutical Adviser

maria.bell@gov.im

maria.bell@gov.im

Details

Date posted

01 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£37,876 to £47,563 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-024250

Job locations

Various locations across the Isle of Man

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM1 1AG


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