Job Description

NOT ALL SUPER HEROES WEAR CAPES AND NOT ALL NHS STAFF WORK ON THE FRONTLINE
Are you interested in a career in Pharmacy, have a passion for patient care but would like to work in a non-patient facing role? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you to achieve your dreams and make a difference.
We are seeking enthusiastic, self-motivated, and practical people to join our friendly team in Pharmacy Preparative Services and complete a Level 2 in Science Manufacturing Process Operative Apprenticeship over 15 months.
You will need to demonstrate a flexible approach to learning and that you are able to plan and organise your own workload. Excellent communication skills, a professional attitude and patient centred approach are all essential for this role.
LTHT Pharmacy Preparative Services is one of the busiest such services in the UK. It provides vital Ready to Administer injectable medicines including Antibiotics, Chemotherapy, Nutritional feeds and Radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and treatment clinics.
You can see what we do and how here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ycXupdpZsZg
Main duties of the job
You will be working in specialist clean room areas, gaining skills and knowledge to complete your apprenticeship. Youll be generating worksheets and labels, assembling and preparing injectable medicines, dispensing, receiving and distributing medicines and controlling stock. Youll need good manual dexterity, be able to concentrate and work accurately, whilst waiting PPE.
The post is full-time, working 37.5 hours per week. There will also be some Bank Holiday and weekend commitments. The role is offered under Annex 21 conditions. This means during your training period you will be paid at Band 2, and this will rise to Band 3 once you have successfully completed your apprenticeship.
This is an expression of interest advert only; you will not be asked to complete a full application form at this stage. If you are interested in exploring this opportunity further, please upload your details through NHS Jobs, ensuring you provide your name, mobile number and email address. You will receive an email from Leeds Health and Care Talent Hub who will ask you to complete an expression of interest form and discuss what will happen next.
About us
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest and busiest NHS Trusts in the country, offering a range of both general and specialist hospital services with excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We have an international reputation for excellence in specialist care, research and academic training.
We are also part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care for our patients.
The Pharmacy Department at LTHT is highly respected, forward thinking and recognised within the organisation for collaborative working. We offer excellent career progression whilst working in a friendly and supportive team.
We are proud to say that we have created a positive working environment with a hardworking and dedicated workforce who feel valued and share a team goal to put the patients first.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.
Details
Date posted
13 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9298-HCA-035
Job locations
St. James's University Hospital
Beckett Street
Leeds
LS9 7TF
Job description
Job responsibilities
Complete a 15-month Science Manufacturing Process Operative (SMPO) apprenticeship undertaking a Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and Practices for Pharmaceutical Technical Support Services. This includes competency-based training and assessment in the workplace and studying the underpinning knowledge requirements through an accredited training provider.
On completion of the apprenticeship there will be natural progression to a role at the full payment for the pay grade. Applicants who are already fully qualified will be paid at Band 3 on appointment.
Duties will predominantly include the aseptic preparation of medicines in clean room conditions, worksheet and label generation, assembly, dispensing and receipt and distribution of pharmaceuticals and stock control. There will be some clerical and cleaning duties.
The post holder will not have any line management responsibilities. They will assist with the induction, support, and training for Pharmacy Services Assistants and other staff as required to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
The post holder will be required to work evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays on a rostered basis.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Complete a 15-month Science Manufacturing Process Operative (SMPO) apprenticeship undertaking a Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and Practices for Pharmaceutical Technical Support Services. This includes competency-based training and assessment in the workplace and studying the underpinning knowledge requirements through an accredited training provider.
On completion of the apprenticeship there will be natural progression to a role at the full payment for the pay grade. Applicants who are already fully qualified will be paid at Band 3 on appointment.
Duties will predominantly include the aseptic preparation of medicines in clean room conditions, worksheet and label generation, assembly, dispensing and receipt and distribution of pharmaceuticals and stock control. There will be some clerical and cleaning duties.
The post holder will not have any line management responsibilities. They will assist with the induction, support, and training for Pharmacy Services Assistants and other staff as required to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
The post holder will be required to work evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays on a rostered basis.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Commitment to complete an agreed schedule of formal and on the job learning.

Experience
Essential

• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain concentration for long periods of time (up to 3 hours)
• Able to work in controlled conditions and wear extensive personal protective equipment
• Good manual dexterity to manipulate syringes and needles
• Team player with excellent communication skills
• Can demonstrate initiative but also recognise the limits of their authority / scope and escalate matters when needed
• An understanding of the importance of the role in providing patient care

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Commitment to complete an agreed schedule of formal and on the job learning.

Experience
Essential

• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain concentration for long periods of time (up to 3 hours)
• Able to work in controlled conditions and wear extensive personal protective equipment
• Good manual dexterity to manipulate syringes and needles
• Team player with excellent communication skills
• Can demonstrate initiative but also recognise the limits of their authority / scope and escalate matters when needed
• An understanding of the importance of the role in providing patient care

Skills Required