Pre-Reg Trainee Pharmacy Technician (Fixed Term 2 Years)
Join the Pharmacy Department at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust in Reading to embark on a 2‑year fixed‑term training programme to qualify as a registered Pharmacy Technician.
Key Responsibilities
* Support pharmacists in dispensing, medication preparation and inventory management under supervision.
* Assist with patient counselling, medication reviews and health promotion activities.
* Complete literacy, numeracy and pharmacy‑related coursework during the apprenticeship route.
* Maintain accurate records and contribute to continuous improvement of pharmacy services.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Minimum of 4 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above, including:
* Mathematics (Level 2 functional skills acceptable).
* English Language (Level 2 functional skills acceptable).
* Science (specify Biology, Chemistry or Physics).
* Optional: NVQ/BTEC Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or Pharmacy Services Assistant.
* Strong motivation, enthusiasm, self‑motivation and compassion.
* Will attend literacy and numeracy assessment.
Training & Development
* Full support and training in all assessment areas through work‑based supervisors, mentors and online assessors.
* Study time provision to complete the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians.
* Apprenticeship route through a licensed and GPhC accredited provider.
About Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
The Trust is a leading district general hospital in Reading, providing high quality acute medical and surgical services to 500,000 patients each year. CQC rating: Good.
Contact
Practice Educator Pharmacy Technician – Carra Allen
Email: carra.allen@royalberkshire.nhs.uk
Telephone: 0118 322 7264
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