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Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed pharmacy technician to join our friendly and dedicated team of staff working in the aseptic unit at York.
Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed pharmacy technician to join our friendly and dedicated team of staff working in the aseptic unit at York.
The successful candidate will be expected to undertake team leader duties which involve the supervision & co-ordination of the daily workload. This will require exceptional organisational skills and the ability to direct and supervise staff. You will also need enhanced communication skills as the role involves communicating with both customers and suppliers to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
Experience of working in an aseptic or manufacturing environment would be beneficial but is not a requirement.
The role will either be a band 4 or 5 depending on experience.
You will be registered with the GPhC (or in a position to do so) and must have prior experience of working in a hospital aseptic facility. Pre and In Process checking accreditation status is essential for the role; you should have this or be willing to working towards checking accreditation status.
Main duties of the job
* Co-ordination of day to day activities.
* Preparation of aseptically prepared products.
* Environmental monitoring.
* Dispensing of outsourced parenteral products.
* Undertaking pre-process checking of assembled trays.
* In-process checking during preparation.
* Accuracy checking of dispensed Ready to Administer (RtA) products.
* Generating worksheets for aseptically prepared products.
About Us
For further information about working for out Trust, please visit:
https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd
Our Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
* A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
* An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Details
Date posted
27 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £37,796 a year per annum (Band 4 to 5 dependant on experience)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
419-270825-APT-PY
Job locations
York Hospital
Wiggington Road
York
YO31 8HE
Job Description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
* BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences / QCF Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent.
* Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Desirable
* QCF Level 4 or above in a qualification relevant to the post
Experience
Desirable
* At least one year, post-qualification experience.
Skills
Essential
* Good communication & interpersonal skills
* Attention to detail
* Audit of practice and/or of the impact of a change in the way the service is delivered
* Problem solving
* Participated in the implementation of changes in service, products and/or systems
* Able to use own judgement to prioritise staff
* Able to use a range of computer programmes relevant to the post
Desirable
* Experience in objectives setting for a team
Personal
Essential
* Flexible to changing work routines and demands
* Ability to work as part of a team and develop team working within the section
* Ability to demonstrate motivation for applying for a post in this organisation
Values
Essential
* Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: - Kindness - Openness - Pursue Excellence
Person Specification
Education
Essential
* Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: - Kindness - Openness - Pursue Excellence
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
York Hospital
Wiggington Road
York
YO31 8HE
Employer's website
https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
York Hospital
Wiggington Road
York
YO31 8HE
Employer's website
https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
* Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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