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Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, NHS Site: Worthing Town, Worthing. Salary: £27,485 – £37,796, Band 4‑5, progression. Salary period: Yearly. Closing: 22/01/2026 23:59.
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we are a leading example of the excellence, ambition and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years. Our dedicated people work together toward a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. We value compassion, inclusion and respect as core values and treat both patients and staff with the same empathy we expect of ourselves. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pharmacy Technician(s) to join our Pharmacy teams at our Worthing site. We are actively seeking a reliable, self‑motivated team player who can demonstrate a positive attitude, self‑confidence, a reliable work history and the ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients.
Main duties of the job
As part of our Pharmacy Technician team you will contribute to the dispensary and clinical service, undertake medicines reconciliation, check patients’ own medicines for reuse, counsel patients, undertake audit work, complete final accuracy checks of prescriptions and support training of pharmacy staff, including line management of trainee Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We treat patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. Our candidate information pack and wellbeing programme for staff is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including flexible working to support work‑life balance.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Pharmacy Department provides a service to a wide range of patients with diverse needs across a range of specialities. You will be a valued member of the team within the clinical and dispensary services and will receive training and support to facilitate career development.
* Accuracy checking accredited
* Willing to undertake additional training to support pharmacy trainees as Educational Supervisor, Expert Witness and/or Practice Supervisor
* Act as a line manager for trainee Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role‑specific criteria.
Qualifications
* Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent.
* Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
* Experience of working as a EW, ES or PS.
* ACPT accreditation.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations – essential for a fair and accurate evaluation. Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early – In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified. Some adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
Flexible Working – If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working, please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks – As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. Offers are made in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa – Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for roles that meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure they meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Further Information
For help with the application process for Nursing vacancies, please email uhsussex.nursingteam@nhs.net.
For help with the application process for Non‑Nursing vacancies, please email uhsussex.nonnursingteam@nhs.net.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Contact: Sam Shanley, Lead Pharmacy Technician Clinical Services, email samantha.shanley2@nhs.net, telephone 01903 205111. Additional information: Tina Dennis, 01903 205111 ext 85751.
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