Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
The closing date is 27 February 2026
A fantastic opportunity has arisen in Southend Hospital to join an organisation with a reputation for excellence in the way it cares for the people it serves. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Assistant to join the Pharmacy Technical Services Unit! The Pharmacy Technical Services Unit comprises the Aseptic unit, Radiopharmacy unit and Cytotoxic unit. Supervised by the senior technician in charge, the post holder will provide support services to the Pharmacy Technical Services department, including the ordering, receipt, storage and supply of Pharmaceuticals and other stocks, the manufacture of aseptic products in both the aseptic and cytotoxic unit. This person will also assist senior staff with support duties (such as cleaning aseptic rooms) essential to the smooth functioning of the unit.
Early and late finishes, cross site working and take part in weekend and bank holiday working.
If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!
No VISA sponsorship available for this role.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for assisting under supervision of the Specialist technician and Team Leaders with the compounding of Cytotoxic drugs, PCA solutions, Intravenous additives and other aseptically prepared products within the Pharmacy Technical Services Unit.
You will also assist senior staff with support duties (such as cleaning) essential to the smooth functioning of the unit.
Cleaning equipment and unit, unpacking stores and assembling items.
Please note that this role will close early should sufficient applications be received.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting Pharmacy Assistant - Technical Services (General) role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
***Applicants who has applied for a post within the Pharmacy Technical Services in the last six months will not be considered for this vacancy***
Qualifications
* NVQ level 2 for Pharmacy Assistants, or ability to attain competence in NVQ level 2, modules over a period of training.
* Good understanding of basic Maths and English
* Basic computer skills such as Microsoft office, Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience
* At least 6 months work experience that required understanding and adherence to set standard operating work policies and procedures.
* Aseptic Compounding experience or background knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice
* worked within a team
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
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
£24,465 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
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