We are seeking an experienced and motivated registered Pharmacy Technician to join our team in delivering high-quality pharmacy services here at Wye Valley Trust. The post holder will be responsible for both the strategic and operational leadership of ward‑based pharmacy technician services, ensuring safe, effective and patient‑centred care, alongside a strong focus on continuous service improvement.
The post holder will lead and support a team of pharmacy technicians and support staff, fostering a positive and collaborative working environment. They will be accountable for ensuring the safe, efficient and effective use of medicines across clinical areas, working closely with pharmacists, nursing staff and other multidisciplinary team members to support optimal patient outcomes.
This role will play a key part in strengthening medicines management processes, supporting service development, and contributing to innovation in line with national standards and local priorities. The successful candidate will also support workforce development, participate in service evaluation, and help embed best practice across the service.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to further develop their leadership skills while contributing to high‑quality, patient‑focused care within a supportive and forward‑thinking organisation.
Main duties of the job
* To maintain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a registered pharmacy technician and to comply with the GPhC Code of Ethics.
* To ensure timely and accurate medicines management at ward level.
* To monitor and support the use of automated and digital systems supporting medicines supply and administration.
* To monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and take action to resolve variances.
* To carry out final accuracy checks of dispensed medication as an Accredited Checking Technician.
* Provide specialist technical advice to clinical teams and patients on complex medicines management issues, including safe handling, administration and compliance.
* Act as the technical lead for ward‑based pharmacy services, advising on specialist processes such as controlled drug management, aseptic preparation and compliance with local policies and procedures.
* Operate and troubleshoot automated dispensing systems and digital medicines management tools with precision.
* To contribute to strategic planning for pharmacy services, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.
* To participate in multidisciplinary projects to enhance medicines optimisation and reduce waste.
* To implement changes in practice aligned with national initiatives such as the NHS Long Term Plan and GIRFT.
Qualifications
* Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
* Current nationally recognised Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) Qualification (Level 3).
* Post Graduate level pharmacy qualification – specialist training within area of responsibility.
* Management qualification to a degree level or equivalent experience.
* Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD).
Skills
* Able to deliver to targets and deadlines.
* Able to communicate effectively verbally, written and by presentation with patients and staff at all levels.
* Knowledge and understanding of common Trust HR policies and procedures and the ability to implement them consistently and effectively.
* Able to prioritise tasks and workloads across different areas and respond to urgent demands by diverting resources.
Experience
* Significant experience in an acute hospital pharmacy setting post registration.
* Proven management role with experience of managing staff and a service.
* Experience of conflict resolution and reaching a satisfactory outcome.
* Experience of carrying out audits on services.
* Experience of change management.
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.
£49,387 to £56,515 a year pro rata per annum.
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