Pharmacy Production Supervisor - Annex 21
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Job Summary
A new opportunity has arisen for a Production Supervisor to join our Section 10 Aseptic Pharmacy Department at Velindre Cancer Centre, Cardiff.
The role will comprise technical duties in supplying SACT, including Clinical Trial treatments, supervisory duties within the aseptic department, assisting with the Pharmacy Quality System, assisting the management team with delivering training and management of junior staff.
Applicants must have excellent communication skills, attention to detail and be a team player. You will be part of a strong and supportive team who can aid your learning, with opportunities for development tailored to your needs.
Successful candidates will be appointed to either of the following roles depending on qualifications:
Band 5
If personal specification is met and experience supports appointment then the successful applicant will be appointed as a Band 5.
Band 5 subject to Annex 21
The successful candidate with a current level of experience that supports appointment but requires further training to support a Band 5 role will be appointed to the Band 5 subject to Annex 21. During the training period a series of competencies as well as on the job training will be undertaken. On successful attainment of the competencies to the required level, appointment will be made to the Band 5 role.
Applicants who hold the Scientific Manufacturing Technician Qualification will be considered.
Main duties of the job
* Assisting the Senior Technician in the day to day running of the Aseptic Services Unit
* To organise the safe and efficient production of aseptically prepared products. Supervising a team whilst ensuring GMP, COSHH and local and trust procedures are adhered to.
* Co-ordinating the preparation of aseptically prepared medicines under Section 10 exemption of the Medicines Act 1968.
* Co-ordinating staffing to ensure appropriate skill mix and technical staff allocation throughout Aseptic Services liaising with the Senior Technician to identify any issues
* The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers welcome to apply.
About Us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our Velindre Cancer Centre and our Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services. Velindre Cancer Centre is situated in the northern suburbs of Cardiff and provides a clinical oncology service to South East Wales. Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Details
Date posted: 03 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 120-PST163-1025
Job locations: Velindre Cancer Centre, Velindre Road, Cardiff, CF14 2TL
Job Description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
* Computer skills to include word processing and data entry i.e. spreadsheets and databases
* Attention to detail
* Good organisational skills
* Good communication skills
* Good numeracy skills including calculations, percentages, decimal, fractions
* Manual dexterity to manipulate injections or prepare pharmaceutical products and good hand-eye coordination
Desirable
* Further IT skills including Word, Excel, ECDL
* Evidence of being a team player
* Ability to speak Welsh Level 1
Experience
Essential
* Experience working in a Section 10 exempt or a MHRA Licensed Manufacturing Unit
Desirable
* Experience in hospital pharmacy
* Oncology Experience
* Supervisory experience
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
* BTEC Pharmaceutical Sciences, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
* The Principles of Aseptic Pharmaceuticals Processing (Level 3), Or equivalent scientific qualification at degree level
* Accredited Pre- and In-process Checking (or be able to undertake)
* Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (or be able to undertake)
Desirable
* Other health or pharmaceutical e.g NVQ Assessor
* Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician technical
Other
* Approachable and professional manner
* Committed to continuing professional development
* Ability to remain calm in a busy environment
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
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. See UK Visas and Immigration for details.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Velindre Cancer Centre, Velindre Road, Cardiff, CF14 2TL
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