Job summary
At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations.
Advanced Assistant Technical Officer - Technical Services
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated individual to join our well established team in Pharmacy Technical Services for maternity leave cover.
The MHRA licenced 'Specials' pharmacy manufacturing unit is based at the Royal Stoke University Hospital and is a modern purpose built unit within the hospital. The service encompasses aseptic, chemotherapy and pre-pack (over labelling and repackaging products) supplying both the Trust and external organisations. As a department we constantly strive to re-engineer our services to improve our delivery of patient focused pharmaceutical care and customer satisfaction.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated Advanced Assistant Technical Officer to work with our team in Pharmacy Technical Services.
The successful candidate will work within our Aseptic and Chemotherapy unit and will be required to set up and prepare medicines made within Pharmacy Technical Services. The post holder will be expected to understand and follow standard operating procedures.
The role includes undertaking relevant training, both external and internal in aspects of Pharmacy Services and associated technical activities where required.
In addition, the post holder will be required to assist with the operation and maintenance of quality systems ensuring compliance with the terms of the MHRA Manufacturing "Specials" Licence regarding all compounding and manufacturing processes.
This is a great time to be a part of the Pharmacy Technical Services Team at UHNM.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Details
Date posted
12 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
Job locations
UHNM
Newcastle Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager Sam Stone, Deputy Production Manager, 01782
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager Sam Stone, Deputy Production Manager, 01782
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Essential
* BTEC or NVQ level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services or equivalent Or NVQ level 2 in Pharmaceutical Services or Pharmacy manufacturing with additional substantial experience equivalent to BTEC or NVQ3 Or Degree in a relevant related science
* Five GCSE's grade C/4 or above (including English, Maths and Science)
* Willing to undertake the Science Manufacturing Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Course
Desirable
* A levels in a science related field
* APDM via Leeds University / TSET or equivalent
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Essential
* Substantial recent experience of working as an SATO within an aseptic unit preparing injectable medicines
* Preparation of aseptic products, including chemotherapy, CIVAs and monoclonal antibodies
* Stock control experience
* Team Working
* Experience of working with standard operating procedures
* IT Skills
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to investigate queries, taking action if appropriate
* Ability to prioritise own workload and work as part of a team
* Flexibility with regard to change in work schedules
* Awareness of Health and safety issues including COSHH
* Knowledge, application and understanding of standard operating procedures, quality management systems and good manufacturing practice.
* Good organisational and prioritisation skills.
Desirable
* Previous manufacturing experience at an NHS MHRA licensed facility.
* Training in Good Clinical Trials Practice (GCP)
* Experience /understanding working within the pre-packing units
* Knowledge of current advances/issues within aseptic services
* Evidence of interest in new ways of working and developing specialist knowledge in a specialist area of practice
Personal Qualities
Essential
* A positive 'can do' attitude combining an enthusiastic and intelligent approach to work
* Honest and trustworthy and able to maintain strict confidentiality at all times
* Self-motivated
Other
Essential
* Must have ability to travel between sites
* Ability to take part in working rotas including bank holidays, weekends and extended hours service
* Flexibility in working hours to suit the needs of the Pharmacy Directorate
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Essential
* BTEC or NVQ level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services or equivalent Or NVQ level 2 in Pharmaceutical Services or Pharmacy manufacturing with additional substantial experience equivalent to BTEC or NVQ3 Or Degree in a relevant related science
* Five GCSE's grade C/4 or above (including English, Maths and Science)
* Willing to undertake the Science Manufacturing Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Course
Desirable
* A levels in a science related field
* APDM via Leeds University / TSET or equivalent
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Essential
* Substantial recent experience of working as an SATO within an aseptic unit preparing injectable medicines
* Preparation of aseptic products, including chemotherapy, CIVAs and monoclonal antibodies
* Stock control experience
* Team Working
* Experience of working with standard operating procedures
* IT Skills
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to investigate queries, taking action if appropriate
* Ability to prioritise own workload and work as part of a team
* Flexibility with regard to change in work schedules
* Awareness of Health and safety issues including COSHH
* Knowledge, application and understanding of standard operating procedures, quality management systems and good manufacturing practice.
* Good organisational and prioritisation skills.
Desirable
* Previous manufacturing experience at an NHS MHRA licensed facility.
* Training in Good Clinical Trials Practice (GCP)
* Experience /understanding working within the pre-packing units
* Knowledge of current advances/issues within aseptic services
* Evidence of interest in new ways of working and developing specialist knowledge in a specialist area of practice
Personal Qualities
Essential
* A positive 'can do' attitude combining an enthusiastic and intelligent approach to work
* Honest and trustworthy and able to maintain strict confidentiality at all times
* Self-motivated
Other
Essential
* Must have ability to travel between sites
* Ability to take part in working rotas including bank holidays, weekends and extended hours service
* Flexibility in working hours to suit the needs of the Pharmacy Directorate
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
UHNM
Newcastle Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
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Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
UHNM
Newcastle Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
Employer's website
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