If applying on a Secondment, please gain approval from your current line manager before applying.

Main duties of the job

The role of the successful candidate will be varied and fulfilling and includes :

Rotation around different areas of pharmacy including dispensary, medicines management, stores / procurement, QA and others to develop your knowledge and skills.

You will :

Be responsible for attending all elements of the level 3 pharmacy technician apprenticeship training to ensure successful completion of the two-year course.

Be responsible for the collection of a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your competence.

Undertake any training necessary for the safe and efficient performance of duties.

Participate fully in all the learning and study experiences.

Adhere to the learning agreement at all times.

Have a professional attitude.

Have a strong attention to detail.

Have working knowledge of pharmacy computer systems.

Have the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Have a flexible approach and commitment to accommodate the needs of the service.

Support the pharmacy department in the provision of complete pharmaceutical care to patients.

Deliver a high-quality service to a multitude of areas throughout the Trust when working within the different pharmacy departments.

Comply with the GPhC code of professional conduct, trust policies and procedures and with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act.

Participate in weekend and bank holiday rotas., As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment.

- C (new grades 9 - 4) or equivalent including :

GCSE English at Grade C / Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent English language evidence which can include Functional Skills Level 2

GCSE Maths at Grade C / Level 4, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy which can include Functional Skills Level 2

GCSE Science x 1 at Grade C / Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or equivalent

PLEASE NOTE that English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) is not an equivalent to GCSE English Grade C / Level 4 or above and does not meet the entry requirements., A minimum of 4 GCSEs grade A - C (new grades 9 - 4) or equivalent including : GCSE English at Grade C / Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5, or above, or equivalent English language evidence which can include Functional Skills Level 2

GCSE Maths at Grade C / Level 4, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy which can include Functional Skills Level 2

GCSE Science x 1 at Grade C / Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or equivalent.

Level 2 qualification or apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services

Experience of working in a hospital pharmacy environment

Appropriate attention to detail.

Effective use of initiative.

Flexible to changing work routines and demands.

Effective time management and ability to work within time constraints

Good communication & interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team environment and alone.

Understands the needs of customers, including patients and staff.

Ability to demonstrate eagerness to develop and complete training at York Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Awareness of personal limitations and ability to seek assistance when necessary

Ability to handle moderate loads

Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours : - Kind - Open - Pursue Excellence

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including :

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants

27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)

A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave

Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24 / 7, from our Employee Assistance Programme

NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme

An extensive range of learning and development opportunities

Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers