Job Description

Fixed Term:

12 months | 15 hrs per week



Are you a motivated and experienced Pharmacy Technician looking to develop your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment? Sheffield Children's Hospital has an exciting opportunity to join our pharmacy team. As a specialist paediatric centre providing services across the region, our pharmacy department is recognised for its innovation, teamwork, and commitment to delivering high-quality care to our patients. We offer a positive working environment with excellent opportunities for training, development and career progression.



You will be Deputy to the Dispensary and Stores Manager, taking responsibility for the daily management of dispensary operations. You will perform accuracy checking responsibilities and support the ongoing development and monitoring of the unlicensed medicines system.

We are looking for someone who is:

A GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician



An Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) or working towards qualification



Experienced in hospital or community pharmacy



Reporting into the Dispensary & Stores Manager , your responsibilities will include:



Be a Deputy to the Dispensary and Stores Manager



Work as a Designated Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) to ensure safe and accurate supply of medicines



Support the development and monitoring of the unlicensed medicines system



Prepare and manage daily staff rotas, ensuring cover in dispensary and stores



Train, supervise and mentor dispensary and stores staff, including trainee ACTs and dispensers



Ensure workflow is managed to reduce errors and meet turnaround targets



Maintain excellent standards of customer service and contribute to a positive team environment



Participate in audits, service improvements and departmental developments

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear:

to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.



We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.



We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.



Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.



As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.



We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.



For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.



Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is 12.60 per hour.



Diversity Statement



At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.



Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net . Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.



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