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Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

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Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Nov 5, 2024

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Sheffield

Requirements

  • The Pre-registration trainee pharmacy technician apprenticeship is suited to those who are keenly interested in science and the treatment and physiology of common diseases and conditions.
  • A learner/applicant must be a UK, EEA, or EU resident for at least the past three years to undertake an apprenticeship training programme.

Responsibilities

  • Working under the direction of registered Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within multidisciplinary teams
  • Pre-registration trainee pharmacy technician apprentices will assist in the provision and preparation of medicines to meet the needs of all patients
  • Through your working practices you will apply respect and confidentiality, work well in a team, be courteous, and professional, maintain a safe working environment, contribute to the safeguarding of patients working accurately when preparing and dispensing medicines

FAQs

What is the duration of the Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship?

The apprenticeship is for a fixed term of 24 months.

What qualifications are needed to apply for this position?

Applicants must be UK, EEA, or EU residents for at least the past three years to undertake the apprenticeship training programme.

What type of experience will I gain during the apprenticeship?

You will gain experience across different areas of the pharmacy service, including clinical ward services, aseptic services, homecare, medicines supply, medicines information, medicines governance, education & training, and clinical trials.

How is the working environment described for this role?

The working environment is described as progressive, patient-focused, inclusive, and diverse, with a strong clinical presence.

Will I be working alone or as part of a team?

You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team under the direction of registered Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.

What are the pay conditions for this apprenticeship role?

The apprentice allowance will be paid as specified in the Minimum Wage Regulations for the first 12 months, after which the rate will increase in line with these regulations for anyone age 19 or over.

Is the position open to underrepresented groups?

Yes, the Trust encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including global majority ethnicities, LGBTQ+ identities, and colleagues with disabilities.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits regarding this apprenticeship?

You can contact David Wood, Vocational Training Manager, at David.wood30@nhs.net or call 0114 2711807. Alternatively, you can reach Jessica Lee Portman, Vocational Training and Education Manager, at Jessica.Lee-Portman@nhs.net or call 0114 2268857.

What commitment does the Trust have towards staff development?

The Trust is committed to professional development and offers excellent benefits, including support for balancing personal and professional lives, alongside training and education opportunities.

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Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services. In addition to community health services, the Trust comprises five of Yorkshire’s best known teaching hospitals. The Royal Hallamshire Hospital The Northern General Hospital Charles Clifford Dental Hospital Weston Park Cancer Hospital Jessop Wing Maternity Hospital The Trust has a history of high quality care, clinical excellence and innovation in medical research. The Trust has been awarded the title of ‘Hospital Trust of the Year’ in the Good Hospital Guide three times in five years and we are proud to be in the top 20% of NHS Trusts for patient satisfaction. We strive to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and encourage our staff to innovate and adopt ‘best practice’ in order to deliver the highest standard of care to our patients.