University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Pharmacy Technician to support clinical pharmacy services and medicines governance across its sites. This Band 6 role offers leadership opportunities, professional development, and visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
Job Title: Senior Pharmacy Technician – Medicines Management Governance
Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Worthing Hospital / St Richard’s Hospital, Lyndhurst Road / Spitafield Lane, Worthing / Chichester, BN11 2DH
Salary: £38,682–£46,580 per annum (Band 6, pro rata)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time
Closing Date: 24 November 2025
Visa Sponsorship: Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available
Work Pattern: On-site with flexible working options
About the Trust
UHSussex is one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, delivering “Excellent Care Everywhere” across Sussex. The Trust values diversity, inclusion, and innovation, and is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and Veteran Aware Trust.
Role Overview
You’ll assist the Technician Team Lead in managing clinical pharmacy services, supervising staff, and supporting medicines reconciliation and governance. The role includes monitoring controlled drugs, auditing practices, and contributing to continuous service improvement for patient safety.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage clinical pharmacy services across the department
* Support medicines safety, governance, and secure handling practices
* Supervise and train pharmacy technicians and assistants
* Coordinate workforce planning and medicines reconciliation systems
* Monitor controlled drug use and compliance
* Investigate medication incidents and support policy development
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care
Required Skills and Experience
* UK registration as a Pharmacy Technician
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
* Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
* Understanding of error reporting and audit processes
* Leadership or management experience
* Educational Supervisor accreditation
* Enhanced Medicines Reconciliation accreditation
What We Offer
* Band 6 salary: £38,682–£46,580 per annum
* NHS pension and benefits
* Professional development and training
* Inclusive and supportive team culture
* Visa sponsorship for eligible international applicants
24 November 2025 – early applications encouraged.
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