Job summary
- Main area
- Pharmacy
- Grade
- Apprenticeship Band 4 Annex 21
- Contract
- 24 months (Fixed Term)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, Providing weekend, Bank Holiday and Late cover as per rota)
- Job ref
- 318-26-T0671
- Employer
- Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
- Town
- Gloucester
- Salary
- £24,853 (pa, pro rata if part-time)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 29/10/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician - Band 4 Annex 21
Apprenticeship Band 4 Annex 21
At Gloucestershire Hospitals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the county’s largest employer, we are proud to provide high-quality acute, elective, and specialist services to more than 650,000 people across our county. Our care is delivered across Gloucestershire Royal, Cheltenham General and Stroud Maternity Hospital.
With over 9,000 employees representing more than 95 nationalities, bringing together a mix of cultures and experiences to the care that we deliver. Whether you’re beginning your NHS journey or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an exciting time to join us. We’re investing heavily in innovation, research, and transformation, with more than 100 active clinical studies and major developments underway across our hospitals.
We take pride in working as one team, driven by a shared ambition to grow, develop, and continually improve. Every contribution is valued and by combining our collective strengths, we support not only our diverse communities but one another. You can expect a warm, supportive culture and colleagues who are passionate about teamwork, professional development and delivering exceptional care. We offer structured development programmes, mentoring and leadership opportunities to help you progress in your career.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from a comprehensive package that includes flexible working opportunities, generous annual leave, the NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, local discounts, access to on-site nurseries, reduced public transport costs, reward and recognition schemes and a wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives.
Be part of Gloucestershire Hospitals, explore your future with us today.
Job overview
Are you looking to start an exciting career in healthcare? Do you enjoy learning new skills, working with people and making a difference?
We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Pharmacy team at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician.
This two-year apprenticeship offers the opportunity to earn while you learn, combining practical experience in a busy hospital environment with structured education and training.
You will work alongside experienced Pharmacy professionals, developing the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to become a qualified Pharmacy Technician. On successful completion of your apprenticeship and End Point Assessment, you will be eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician.
Whether you are leaving school or looking to take your first steps towards a rewarding career in healthcare, this could be the opportunity for you!
Main duties of the job
As a Trainee Pharmacy Technician, you will gain valuable hands-on experience across a range of pharmacy services at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital.
Throughout your apprenticeship, you will learn to:
Support the safe preparation and supply of medicines to patients.
Work alongside Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists on hospital wards, helping patients receive the medicines they need.
Develop skills in medicines management, stock control, ordering and distribution.
Communicate with patients, healthcare professionals and other members of the Pharmacy team.
Gain experience in specialist pharmacy services and develop an understanding of the different career opportunities available to qualified Pharmacy Technicians.
You will follow a structured training programme, supported by experienced colleagues, while completing a Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice with our approved training provider.
Working for our organisation
At Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in Gloucestershire, with over 9,000 colleagues working together to deliver high-quality patient care.
Our Pharmacy department plays an essential role in supporting patients throughout their hospital journey, and we are passionate about developing the next generation of Pharmacy professionals.
By joining our team, you will become part of a supportive and welcoming environment where learning, teamwork and professional development are encouraged. You will have opportunities to develop new skills, gain experience across two hospital sites and build the foundations for a rewarding career within the NHS.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Important Information Before Applying
We welcome applications from enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are keen to learn and develop a career in Pharmacy.
Before submitting your application, please take the time to carefully read the attached Job Description and Person Specification, paying particular attention to the apprenticeship eligibility criteria and essential qualification requirements.
As this is a funded apprenticeship programme, applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements relating to qualifications, residency, right to work and previous learning. You must also be able to commit to the full two-year training programme, including working across both hospital sites.
Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria, as this information will be used during the shortlisting process.
We look forward to receiving your application and supporting you in taking the first steps towards a career as a registered Pharmacy Technician!
Person specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
- Minimum of 4 GCSE’s (or equivalent) including English Language, Mathematics, at least one science subject at Grade A* to C or 9 to 4)
Desirable criteria
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and email programmes
Knowledge & Skills
Essential criteria
- A desire to work in a hospital environment with a focus on Pharmacy ensuring you treat people with kindness, compassion and with dignity and respect
- Ability to work on own initiative, independently and as part of a team
- Have responsibility for their personal development and completion of the Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice
Desirable criteria
- Ability to manage own time and prioritise workload
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate information effectively and build positive working relationships
- Capacity to work calmly under pressure.
Desirable criteria
- Able to perform manual handling tasks
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Steven Lansley
- Job title
- Senior Pharmacy Technician - Education & Training
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0300 422 3028
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