Pre-Registration Science Manufacturing Technician Apprentice
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) offers two positions for Pre-Registration Science Manufacturing Technician Apprentices within the Pharmacy Aseptic Services team.
* One post at St Richard's Hospital, Chichester
* One post at Worthing Hospital, Worthing
These roles provide a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a specialist aseptic unit, supporting the preparation and dispensing of chemotherapy treatments for day‑unit and ward patients.
Job Summary
Working under the supervision of experienced professionals, you will be involved in reconstitution of cytotoxic and monoclonal antibody drugs, performing pre‑ and in‑process checks, supervising pharmacy assistants, preparing worksheets and labels, assembling drugs and consumables, and conducting environmental monitoring.
Key Responsibilities
* Reconstitution of cytotoxic and monoclonal antibody drugs
* Performing pre‑ and in‑process checks
* Supervising pharmacy assistants
* Preparing worksheets and labels
* Assembling drugs and consumables
* Conducting environmental monitoring
Essential Criteria
* Significant prior experience working in an aseptic unit
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English
* Must have lived in the UK for at least three years
* Must not be currently enrolled in another qualification
Desirable
* NVQ Level 2 / Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services
About the Apprenticeship
Successful candidates will undertake the Science Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship, which includes attending study sessions, completing distance learning, engaging in 20% off‑the‑job training, and preparing for the End Point Assessment (EPA). On‑the‑job training will be provided to support you in developing the skills and competencies required for the role.
Main Duties
* Maintain effective communication with aseptic teams across both sites and with colleagues in the wider Pharmacy Department.
* Liaise with the Quality Control team regarding environmental monitoring activities and results.
* Communicate regularly with tutors, mentors, and administrators at West Suffolk College, as well as with external training providers, qualification assessors, and quality assurers.
* Coordinate with nursing staff on the Day Units and Chemotherapy Ward to ensure timely delivery of treatments.
* Engage with other Pre‑Registration Science Manufacturing Technicians to share learning and best practice.
* Undertake study supported by full‑time work experience and structured practical instruction from qualified pharmacy practice supervisors at the base hospital(s).
Systems and IT Competency
* Access and interpret patient prescriptions using Chemocare and Aria.
* Generate worksheets and labels using Episys Ultimate.
* Use Microsoft Windows and Office applications (Word, Excel) confidently for documentation and communication.
* Operate the CMM system for dispensing, stock checking, and ordering.
Person Specification
Essential
* Mathematics and English GCSE A‑C or 4+
* Substantial experience working in an aseptic unit
Desirable
* Pharmacy Level 2 NVQ or Apprenticeship
* Science GCSE
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Details
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Worthing Hospital / St Richards Hospital
Lyndhurst Road / Spitfield Lane
Worthing / Chichester PO19 6SE
BN11 2DH
Website: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/
Salary & Contract
£24,937 to £30,162 a year (per annum pro‑rate, development role)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
How to Apply
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Please refer to the Candidate Information Pack.
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