Job Description

The post holder is to assist the Chief Technician and Senior Technicians in the day today running of the Sterile Production Unit, the Central Intravenous Additive Service(CIVAS) and the Non-Sterile Manufacturing Department and the training of less experienced staff working in the units. The department is split into four teams: Sterile Batches, Chemotherapy, Non-Sterile and CIVAS. The post holder will be a member ofone of these and will rotate between teams as required. It is the post-holder'sresponsibility to ensure that all products made are manufactured in accordance withthe principles of Good Manufacturing Practice, COSHH and Health and SafetyDirectives.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is to assist the Chief Technician and Senior Technicians in the day to day running of the Chemotherapy unit, the Sterile Batches Unit, the Central Intravenous Additive Service(CIVAS) and the Non-Sterile Manufacturing Department and the training of less experienced staff working in the units. The department is split into four teams: Sterile Batches, Chemotherapy, Non-Sterile and CIVAS.The post holder will be a member of one of these and will rotate between teams as required.
It is the post-holder's responsibility to ensure that all products made are manufactured in accordance with the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice, COSHH and Health and Safety Directives.
The post-holder will be expected to deputise for the Senior Technician in each area in his / her absence.
The post-holder is expected to develop and maintain personal expertise in all technical aspects of manufacture and extemporaneous preparation undertaken within the production unit at The Royal Free Hospital, in particular aseptic preparation. To this end, they will be responsible for ensuring their own accreditations are completed and re-validated within the agreed time frames.
Previous applicants need not apply.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Details
Date posted
08 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
33,094 to 36,195 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
392-RFL-7372260
Job locations
Royal Free Hospital
Pond Street
Hampstead
NW3 2QG
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
World Class Care Values
Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & Qualifications
Essential

• NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 3 plus an accredited underpinning knowledge or BTEC Pharmaceutical Science or Completed or working towards completing a Science manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship

Desirable

• Registered, or eligible to be registered, with General Pharmaceutical Council, as a pharmacy technician or equivalent professional body as an Science Manufacturing Technician

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy or experience of working in a drug manufacturing environment
• Portfolio demonstrating competence of previous and current pharmacy practice skills, knowledge and CPD.

Skills and aptitudes
Essential

• Ability to train and assess others.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately follow written procedures under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to undertake preparation of medicines requiring fine and accurate motor skills and concentration.

Desirable

• Ability to make a wide range of aseptically prepared products, using laminar flow cabinets and isolators.
• Ability to make a range of non-sterile products
• Good aseptic skills demonstrated by a series of negative broth runs.
• Ability to prioritise and organise routine daily tasks using own initiative.
• Demonstrated pharmacy computer and IT skills, including data entry, word processing and email.
• Demonstrated ability to handle hazardous materials safely according to local standard operating procedures.

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain quality standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aspects of a GMP and QA system.

Desirable

• Demonstrated effective customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate self.

Others
Essential

• Ability to work at weekends, late shifts and Bank Holidays as necessary.

Person Specification
World Class Care Values
Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & Qualifications
Essential

• NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 3 plus an accredited underpinning knowledge or BTEC Pharmaceutical Science or Completed or working towards completing a Science manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship

Desirable

• Registered, or eligible to be registered, with General Pharmaceutical Council, as a pharmacy technician or equivalent professional body as an Science Manufacturing Technician

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy or experience of working in a drug manufacturing environment
• Portfolio demonstrating competence of previous and current pharmacy practice skills, knowledge and CPD.

Skills and aptitudes
Essential

• Ability to train and assess others.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately follow written procedures under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to undertake preparation of medicines requiring fine and accurate motor skills and concentration.

Desirable

• Ability to make a wide range of aseptically prepared products, using laminar flow cabinets and isolators.
• Ability to make a range of non-sterile products
• Good aseptic skills demonstrated by a series of negative broth runs.
• Ability to prioritise and organise routine daily tasks using own initiative.
• Demonstrated pharmacy computer and IT skills, including data entry, word processing and email.
• Demonstrated ability to handle hazardous materials safely according to local standard operating procedures.

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain quality standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aspects of a GMP and QA system.

Desirable

• Demonstrated effective customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate self.

Others
Essential

• Ability to work at weekends, late shifts and Bank Holidays as necessary.