Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our department for a pharmacy technician to join our team to cover maternity leave (12 months). Current students (PrPT) close to completion are also encouraged to apply. The role is varied and constantly evolving to meet the needs of the service, which delivers pharmaceutical care to community hospitals, mental health inpatient wards, mental health community teams and specialised clinical services across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. You will work with a diverse range of staff and patients, so must be able to work collaboratively to deliver the highest quality of care. Currently there are no weekend duties, bank holiday working or late nights. You may be expected to work some Saturday mornings in the future. 1.0 FTE is available, however we are advertising separately for band 3 Senior Pharmacy Assistant and band 4 Pharmacy technician as we are open to receive applications for both. Banding will be determined by the successful applicant.
This is full time post, but we would consider applicants looking for part time.
This is a fixed term post to provide cover for absence for specific purpose that we anticipate will be required for 12 months. We reserve the right to end this contract sooner with appropriate notice.
Main duties of the job
Main duties for the post holder include
Dispensing activities including final accuracy checks of pharmacist clinically screened prescriptions
Supervise designated members of staff.
Act as Practice or Educational Supervisor (as required) for designated pharmacy staff.
Assist with the pharmacy stores and distribution services.
Contribute to keeping the different clinical areas across the Trust within agreed budgets.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer;

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities

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Details
Date posted
05 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
27,485 to 30,162 a year pro rata for part time
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9798-1877-B4
Job locations
Princess Of Wales Community Hospital
Stourbridge Road
Bromsgrove
Worcestershire
B61 0BB
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached. Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical technical procedures for specialist area acquired though training, NVQ3, BTEC in pharmaceutical science or equivalent
• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.

Experience
Essential

• Detailed knowledge/experience of working in a hospital dispensary
• Knowledge of the national pharmacy agenda
• Management of resources and delivery of services
• Minimum 2 years experience in a relevant clinical/dispensary setting

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical technical procedures for specialist area acquired though training, NVQ3, BTEC in pharmaceutical science or equivalent
• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.

Experience
Essential

• Detailed knowledge/experience of working in a hospital dispensary
• Knowledge of the national pharmacy agenda
• Management of resources and delivery of services
• Minimum 2 years experience in a relevant clinical/dispensary setting

Skills Required