Job Description

Pharmacy Technician/Science Manufacturing Technician - Pharmacy Production Unit
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician/ Science Manufacturing Technician to join our team within the Pharmacy Production Unit at the Royal Gwent Hospital.
The Production Unit provides a comprehensive aseptic preparation service, including the preparation of injectable systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) and parenteral nutrition for neonatal and adult patients across the health board.
This post will involve organising the Production service's day-to-day activities, supervising staff and undertaking accuracy checks of aseptically prepared products.
NHS Wales is in the process of creating the Transforming Access to Medicines Service (TrAMs) which will be hosted by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP). The current service provided by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and this post, may transfer to NWSSP as part of the TrAMs programme. Please contact the recruiting manger if you wish to discuss this further, or to find out more information on the TrAMs programme please click here:
Transforming Access to Medicines - NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
Main duties of the job
The role will involve coordinating workload and supervising staff within the Pharmacy Production team. Working as part of the team , the post holder will help to maintain and develop the technical aspects of the service to ensure the items prepared meet the needs of our patients.
For a comprehensive list of expected duties, please see the attached and Person Specification document.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Details
Date posted
07 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
31,516 to 38,364 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
040-PST099-1125
Job locations
Royal Gwent Hospital
Cardiff Road
Newport
NP20 2UB
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science with NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services or Principles of Aseptic Pharmaceuticals Processing (Level 3) plus training and experience to degree or equivalent level of knowledge and experience

Desirable

• Accredited Pre and In-Process Checking Operator
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Registration
Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with General Pharmaceutical Council, or Registered Science Technician with Science Council

Experience
Essential

• Experience in training and supervision of trainees
• Experience working in a Hospital Pharmacy Aseptic Unit / Technical Services
• Knowledge of principles of GMP

Desirable

• Experience of managing staff
• Experience of working with NHS / Pharmacy procurement systems

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science with NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services or Principles of Aseptic Pharmaceuticals Processing (Level 3) plus training and experience to degree or equivalent level of knowledge and experience

Desirable

• Accredited Pre and In-Process Checking Operator
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Registration
Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with General Pharmaceutical Council, or Registered Science Technician with Science Council

Experience
Essential

• Experience in training and supervision of trainees
• Experience working in a Hospital Pharmacy Aseptic Unit / Technical Services
• Knowledge of principles of GMP

Desirable

• Experience of managing staff
• Experience of working with NHS / Pharmacy procurement systems

Skills Required