Job Description

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a truly extraordinary organisation. With an enviable international reputation for excellence, we are the leading provider of women's health services in the North west of England and one of only two specialist women's trusts in the UK.



Are you looking for an opportunity to join a friendly and enthusiastic pharmacy team?



Are you keen, committed and looking for a challenging role to develop and expand your skills and knowledge?



We are looking for an apprentice Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician who will undertake a 2 year training course to enable them to register as a pharmacy technician with the GPhC. This will enable them to progress to an exciting chapter of their lives as a registered pharmacy professional.



Then why not come and join us at Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. We are a small team providing a specialist pharmacy service to one of the largest women's hospitals in the country.

For further details/informal visits contact:

Elaine Willis elaine.willis@lwh.nhs.uk 0151 702 4169



We are looking for a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician to join the expanding pharmacy team at Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. Together with full hospital training, the post holder will study part time day release in a virtual classroom setting for a Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians . Progression to year 2 is dependent on successful completion of the 1 st year .

Please note:

You must be able to take up post on 1st Sept 2025



Successful candidates will be attending a virtual classroom one day each week during term-time . You will NOT be expected to travel.



There is an expectation of home study to supplement the allocated study time in the workplace.

Minimum education requirements:

4 GCSEs (grade C or above or equivalent) including Maths, English and either Dual Science Award or Chemistry plus another science subject. Certificates must be produced during the interview process.

Salary:

This post attracts a salary under Annex 21 of Agenda for Change of 70% of band 4 of the first year rising to 75% in the second year.



Please apply early as this vacancy will close as soon as enough suitable candidates have applied.



Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm new-borns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.



We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.



The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving its services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.



Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:

Video:

https://vimeo.com/556197652

Online brochure:

https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf



To undertake a 2 year training course for student pharmacy technicians.



To undertake, under supervision work based assessment in accordance with the course.



To participate in all aspects of pharmaceutical work relevant to training in accordance with the safe systems of work and procedure prevailing within the department at the time.



To use the pharmacy computer system in accordance with the level of training.



To communicate professionally with other healthcare staff.



To carry out procedures in accordance with current legislation.



To provide, under supervision, a stock distribution service to wards and departments within the Trust.



To assist the ward pharmacist and technician in updating and revising ward stocks and stock lists, as and when required.



To participate, under direction, in the ordering and receiving of drugs via the pharmacy computer system on a daily basis and to deal with any queries which may arise.



To process and file any paperwork pertaining to the ordering, receiving and supply of medicines.



To monitor pharmacy stock expiry dates, utilising stock rotation and stock relocation to minimise quantities of stock expiring and therefore assisting in the provision of a cost-effective service.



To provide, under supervision, a supply of pre-packed medicines for ward and departmental use.



To assist the pharmacist in the dispensing and supply of medicines, in accordance with individual levels of experience, and following previously laid down guidelines and procedures.



To be able to effectively use the computer system and be aware of patient confidentiality and the Data Protection Act.



To assist in the provision and development of an effective out of hours storeroom.



Maintain a neat and tidy working area within the dispensary.



To comply with requirements of legislation governing safe systems of work e.g. COSHH and Health and Safety at Work Act.



To comply with standards of work laid down in department procedure documents.



To participate in the provision and development of a quality, patient/customer orientated pharmaceutical service.



To participate in evening and weekend work commensurate with the changing needs of the service.



To participate in self-development/training programmes as the need arises in order to maintain and expand a personal skill base.



To support and assist in achieving the annual pharmacy business plan.



To contribute to risk assessment and audit.



To perform other general duties appropriate to the grade of the post.



The successful candidate will be asked to apply for a Disclosure to the Criminal Records Bureau. The level of Disclosure will be enhanced. Further information about the Disclosure can be found at www.disclosure.gov.uk .