Job Description

The closing date is 25th Nov 2025

Anticipated Interview date(s) To be advised

Job summary

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Are you looking to kick-start your career in Pharmacy? Or perhaps you already work in pharmacy and want a new challenge?

If you are a motivated, self-driven and organised individual with a passion for patient care, we want to hear from you.


This is a fantastic opportunity to join our

Level 3 Trainee Science Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship programme

where you will gain hands on experience in our pharmacy aseptic service. Training will be completed through a combination of traditional academic learning where you will be supported to complete the theoretical and academic assessments and work-based learning where you will gain practical experience and develop professional skills and behaviours.


Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will gain a formal professional qualification and be able to register with the Science Council as a Science Manufacturing Technician.

We have 2 posts available at Musgrove Park Hospital Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.

Please visit the link below which will take you to our education providers website for full details on the course:


Skills 4 Pharmacy - Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) - Pharmaceutical | Skills4Pharmacy


Minimum qualification requirements and apprenticeship eligibility criteria apply to this post and evidence of meeting the criteria and certification must be produced at interview.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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As part of your apprenticeship the topics that you will learn include:

Aseptic Manufacture and Preparation Processes Health, Safety and Reducing Risk in Aseptic Pharmaceuticals Legislation, Regulations and Standards in Aseptic Pharmaceuticals Maintenance and Calibration in Aseptic Pharmaceuticals

You will participate in the day to day routine activities of the aseptic unit working in a team of other Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technician's and Pharmacy Assistants to assist in the provision of the aseptic preparation service, the safe and efficient provision of aseptic chemotherapy and monoclonal antibodies products to patients in the Trust.


Validation and training activities carried out in areas such as aseptic dispensing of products.

Please note that this advertised vacancy does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and therefore SFT would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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For the main duties and responsibilities for this job role please read the attached job description and person specification.

When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

For full details on the apprenticeship -

please read the attached information and visit their website - skills-4pharmacy.co.uk or email : info@skills-4pharmacy.co.uk or call 0161 7940528

SCIENCE Manufacturing Technician Level 3

Our Level 3 SMT apprenticeship is an 18+ month programme with weekly live teaching sessions that provide eligibility for learners to register with the Science Council on qualification.


Throughout the programme learners will gain essential skills and knowledge including


Aseptic manufacture and preparation processes


Health, safety and regulatory standards in aseptic pharmaceuticals


Quality Assurance processed and documentation


Aligned to IfATE standard ST1406, learners will study for a Level 3 Diploma in the Principles of Aseptic Pharmaceuticals Processing, accredited by Open Awards (see attached information sheet).


You will need to meet the eligibility and enrolment criteria, Qualification certification will be required and you MUST be a UK resident or hold the right to remain/work in the UK -

which has been held for the past 3 years and will also cover the full 2 years of the apprenticeship.

Please note that this advertised vacancy does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and therefore SFT would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

Minimum qualification requirements and apprenticeship eligibility criteria apply to this post and must be evidenced at interview.

Annex 21 salary offered is based on 70% of the top of Band 4 in Year 1 and 75% in Year 2, or age related National Minimum Wage (NMW), whichever is higher. Band 3 pay protection would apply for candidates with pharmacy experience already employed on NHS contracts.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Literacy and Numeracy to be demonstrated


Eligibility and Enrolment criteria essential




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Desirable

GCSE grade 4 in English, Maths and Science


Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills or equivalent

Experience

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Essential

Experience of team working


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Desirable

Experience of working in a hospital environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

For help with your application, contact:

Amanda Sweet


Amanda.sweet@somersetft.nhs.uk


01823342740

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 4

Salary

23809.50 Yearly

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

2 Year(s)

Working pattern

Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-YE-3448

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA