Job Description

We are seeking a motivated band 4 or 5 GPhC registered pharmacy technician to join our friendly Aseptic Services Team
If you are accurate, methodical, technically minded and interested in a career where you never stop learning or developing this may just be for you.
Band 4 applicants: This is an exciting opportunity to provide the right candidate career progression through a conversion process to Band 5 after full training and successful completion of competencies.

• Band 4 applicants do not need aseptic experience as full training will be provided but must be qualified with the GPhC.

Band 5 applicants:

• Band 5 applicants must possess substantial experience in Aseptic Technical Services and have excellent knowledge of GMP.

The part you play

• You will be a team player who is highly motivated and organised.
• You excel under pressure.
• You will be patient focused and have proven team working abilities.
• You will be dedicated and willing to go the extra mile for your team and patients.

Main duties of the job
Band 4
To carry out pharmaceutical technical duties mainly in the aseptic service of the pharmacy service. To provide an efficient and comprehensive Pharmaceutical Service to meet departmental and corporate objectives. Specific duties, where indicated will be carried out under the supervision of senior colleagues.
Band 5
Responsible for assisting the Senior Technician in the day to day running of the Aseptic Services Unit Cytotoxic, PN and CIVA Service.
To organise the safe and efficient production of aseptically prepared products. Supervising a team whilst ensuring GMP, COSHH and local and trust procedures are adhered to. Team Leading and training of staff including observations to provide evidence of GMP compliance.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Learn more about us in ourCandidate Information Pack
Details
Date posted
25 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
27,485 to 37,796 a year Per Annum Band 5 position is dependant upon experience see JD
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
236-DPG-P402-25-A
Job locations
The Royal Oldham Hospital
Rochdale Road
Oldham
OL12JH
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Registration
Essential

• Registered or eligible to register with The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) or Science Council

Skills
Essential

• Previous experience in hospital or community pharmacy
• Awareness of the duties involved in the post
• A basic working knowledge of pharmaceutical practice

Desirable

• Previous experience in Aseptic Services/Technical Services
• A good working knowledge of current aseptic standards.

Qualification
Essential

• BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy Services and NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services. Or the recognised equivalent to the above

Person Specification
Registration
Essential

• Registered or eligible to register with The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) or Science Council

Skills
Essential

• Previous experience in hospital or community pharmacy
• Awareness of the duties involved in the post
• A basic working knowledge of pharmaceutical practice

Desirable

• Previous experience in Aseptic Services/Technical Services
• A good working knowledge of current aseptic standards.

Qualification
Essential

• BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy Services and NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services. Or the recognised equivalent to the above

Skills Required