Job Description

Senior Pharmacy Technician - Technical Specialist in Medicines Management/Administration)
Band 5 + Environmental Allowance (1542 per annum pro-rota) -33.75 hours per week
HMP Birmingham are looking for a Medicines Management and Administration Band 5 Pharmacy Technician to join our team.
Prisons are one of the most challenging yet rewarding places for Pharmacy professionals to work.,so if you are looking for a role to develop your existing skills and learn something new in an environment that never stands still, then this is a perfect opportunity for you.
Main duties of the job
You will hold NVQ Level 3, BTEC in Pharmacy, or equivalent qualifications and have current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) to be considered for this role and hold a current APCT.
A typical day will consist of

• Administration of medications for both physical health and mental health conditions, including opioid substitute therapy and controlled medications.
• Medication history taking and medication reconciliation.
• Medication compliance checks and patient counselling.
• Dispensary and Accuracy checking duties.
• Providing advice to patients and referring to relevant clinicians for complex issues and chronic disease specialist services.
• Minor ailment supply services.
• Participating in health promotion.

The post requires an excellent team player who is flexible and has a tenacity to see tasks through to completion. If you are enthusiastic, motivated and ready for a challenge then you are the person we are looking for.
About us
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Details
Date posted
10 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
31,049 to 37,796 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
436-7619474
Job locations
HMP Birmingham
Winson Green Road
Birmingham
B18 4AS
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
(Full training will be provided to upskill and allow you to demonstrate competency in areas of the job description)
All candidates are encouraged to arrange a visit before interview, To arrange a visit or arrange a discussion then please contact Vicky Webster, Head of Pharmacy, on 0121 598 8034. Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
(Full training will be provided to upskill and allow you to demonstrate competency in areas of the job description)
All candidates are encouraged to arrange a visit before interview, To arrange a visit or arrange a discussion then please contact Vicky Webster, Head of Pharmacy, on 0121 598 8034.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential

• NVQ Level 3 and BTEC in Pharmacy services or equivalent or qualifying by September 2024
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician or registering by September 2024
• APCT

Desirable

• Prison experience
• medication Administration

Person Specification
Essential
Essential

• NVQ Level 3 and BTEC in Pharmacy services or equivalent or qualifying by September 2024
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician or registering by September 2024
• APCT

Desirable

• Prison experience
• medication Administration

Skills Required