Job summary UHL are pleased to offer the following exciting opportunity for a Lead Pharmacy Technician posts in the Professional Development team & Clinical Assurance team (PDCA) This individual will ensure the delivery of an efficient, high quality, innovative, cost effective service, that meets local and national standards and adhering to professional guidelines, ethical codes of practice and legal requirements. They will have responsibility to support with the delivery of the MPharm qualification, working closely with De Montfort University to ensure that the curriculum requirements are met. We welcome applications from pro-active, enthusiastic and innovative individuals who have a passion for collaborative serviceimprovement. Main duties of the job To be the lead Pharmacy Technician within the Professional development team to support and facilitate the delivery of the MPharm qualification. To support all pharmacy services to have the appropriate competencies to maintain agreed standards of service delivery. To be responsible for ensuring quality monitoring systems are developed, implemented and agreed and that targets and standards are set. About us Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/ Job description Job responsibilities To develop and deliver clinically relevant dispensing training for the undergraduate MPharmdegree at the DMU School of Pharmacy. Share any knowledge gained via specific training sessions, workshops, presentations etc. with colleagues in order to develop and underpin good practice Maintain core pharmacy technician practice skills by participatingin dispensary activity (minimum one session per week) tomaintainprofessional registration. Job description Job responsibilities To develop and deliver clinically relevant dispensing training for the undergraduate MPharmdegree at the DMU School of Pharmacy. Share any knowledge gained via specific training sessions, workshops, presentations etc. with colleagues in order to develop and underpin good practice Maintain core pharmacy technician practice skills by participatingin dispensary activity (minimum one session per week) tomaintainprofessional registration. Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential Registration as a qualified Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council Management qualification or equivalent experience Desirable Member of APTUK Project management experience Communication and relationship skills Essential High level of verbal and written communication skills to include the ability in report writing Negotiation and influencing skills Personable, ability to network and build strong working relationships Analytical and Judgement skills Essential Service evaluation and improvement Skills Essential Able and willing to travel Good levels of concentration and ability to focus on task at hand to see it through Planning and organisation skills Essential Highly organised, able to prioritise and manage own an others time effectively Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others Other requirements specific to the role Essential Desire to learn Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours Experience Essential Significant relevant post qualification experience including in a ward based medicines management role Evidence of successful team leadership and involvement in change management Evidence of building and maintaining sound relationships within teams and with colleagues in other areas Experience of managing staff performance Previous experience of training and development in a pharmacy role Desirable H&S or risk management experience Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential Registration as a qualified Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council Management qualification or equivalent experience Desirable Member of APTUK Project management experience Communication and relationship skills Essential High level of verbal and written communication skills to include the ability in report writing Negotiation and influencing skills Personable, ability to network and build strong working relationships Analytical and Judgement skills Essential Service evaluation and improvement Skills Essential Able and willing to travel Good levels of concentration and ability to focus on task at hand to see it through Planning and organisation skills Essential Highly organised, able to prioritise and manage own an others time effectively Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others Other requirements specific to the role Essential Desire to learn Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours Experience Essential Significant relevant post qualification experience including in a ward based medicines management role Evidence of successful team leadership and involvement in change management Evidence of building and maintaining sound relationships within teams and with colleagues in other areas Experience of managing staff performance Previous experience of training and development in a pharmacy role Desirable H&S or risk management experience 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. 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. For further information visit the. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 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. 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. For further information visit the. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Address University Hospitals of Leicester Infirmary Square Leicester LE1 5WW United Kingdom Employer's website