University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Band 3 Senior Pharmacy Assistant
The closing date is 07 June 2026
Join our Pharmacy Team at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust!
Are you detail-oriented with excellent organisational skills? We're seeking motivated individuals to join our expanding Aseptic Services team.
The Cancer Services Division at UHB delivers world‑class cancer care to patients across the country, with specialised services in oncology and haematology delivered by our team of specialist pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and assistant technical officers.
In this vital role, you'll support the Specialist Pharmacy Technician in overseeing daily activities and aseptically preparing chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies and CIVAS/OPAT medications in a controlled environment. You'll ensure patients receive safe, high-quality pharmaceutical care through meticulous attention to detail and adherence to strict quality standards.
Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team and commitment to professional development. We encourage innovative working and actively promote learning and development, providing excellent training to help staff become skilled, highly competent and confident in their roles.
Join our team and help us build healthier lives through our values of being Kind, Connected, and Bold.
For further information or to apply, contact Louise Chamberlain, Pharmacy Operations and Performance Manager – Cancer and Aseptic Services: louise.chamberlain@uhb.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
* Aseptically prepare chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies and CIVAS/OPAT
* Perform specialised cleaning duties and essential environmental monitoring and quality assurance checks
* Maintain equipment and facilities to the highest standards
* Undertake self‑checking and ensure accuracy throughout all processes
* Participate in the induction and training of staff in areas of responsibility
* Issue stocks and maintain good stock control in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Contribute to the department's continuous improvement initiatives
Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details on the role. If you have any questions, would like to look around or require any further information, please contact us to discuss.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job responsibilities
For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* GCSE grade C or above in Mathematics and English (or equivalent)
* NVQ level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills (QCF) and BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Pharmaceutical Science
* Accredited Dispensing Assistants Course
Experience
* Evidence of previous work experience relevant to the position such as warehouse or stores, reception duties etc
* Evidence of experience within a team environment
* Experienced in customer relations
* Understanding of Health and Safety at Work, manual handling and COSHH
* Understanding of dispensing, stock control and supply systems and processes
* Previous experience within a pharmacy setting
* Knowledge of hospital environment
* Understanding of pharmacy related computer systems
* Experience in staff training
* Experience working in an aseptic services setting
Additional Criteria
* Able to reflect on own practice and learn from experience
* Able to identify customer needs and deliver services to the required level
* Able to communicate at an appropriate level complex information verbally, written and electronically as required
* Demonstrate ability to work to set procedures
* Takes responsibility for own work and actions and contributes to the team success
* Demonstrates I.T and keyboard skills
* Demonstrates ability to recognise professional and personal limitations and refer to appropriate person when necessary
* Demonstrates ability to undertake a variety of tasks
* Demonstrates ability to work independently
* Demonstrates ability to maintain accuracy under pressure
* Demonstrates ability to deal with frequent interruptions e.g. bleeps/pagers
* Able to maintain confidentiality of information
* Able to adapt to change
* Demonstrates ability to guide and train others
* Demonstrates ability to prioritise and organise daily tasks using own initiative
* Good time management
* Able to demonstrate discretion and diplomacy
* Understanding of pharmacy related computer Application Form systems
* Understanding of Health and Safety at Work, manual handling and COSHH
* Understanding of dispensing, stock control and supply systems and processes
* Knowledge of stock control systems
* Knowledge of code of practice/customer care
* Understanding the need for delivering a cost‑effective service and the required work practices to reduce waste
* Reliable
* Ability to travel to all UHB sites
* Flexible to work in accordance with service needs
* Committed to abide by the Trust vision and values
* Able to lift moderate weights (up to 15kg)
* Working knowledge of pharmacy computer systems
* Good manufacturing practice
* Knowledge of drugs, side effects & where to find further 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.
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
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