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Pharmacy Aseptic Services
Grade
Band 2
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Weekday hours Monday to Friday between 8:45am - 5pm. 1 in 5 Saturdays 9am - 1:30pm, banks holiday as part of a rota)
Job ref
349-CSS-7887998*
Employer
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Oxford Road Campus - ORC
Town
Manchester
Salary
£25,272 Per Annum, Pro Rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
29/04/2026 23:59

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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust logo

Assistant Technical Officer - Aseptic Services

Band 2

Job overview

MFT is one of the biggest, most ambitious, and progressive NHS Trusts in the country. We are responsible for running a family of nine hospitals across six separate sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services.

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual, who is an excellent team player, flexible, self-motivated, and able to demonstrate professionalism, excellent organisational and communication skills. You must be able to work accurately, quickly and under pressure, have a good eye for detail, be able to prioritise your workload to meet deadlines and be committed to deliver a high standard patient focused service.

This role will include 1 in 5 Saturdays (9-1:30pm) , working as part of a rota. Bank Holiday working as part of a rota and worked across site. Posts will be based at the Oxford Road Campus however may have to work across site as required.

Main duties of the job

Are you interested in a career in Aseptic Services? Are you an excellent team player, flexible and self-motivated? We want you to join our team.

You will have a professional outlook and be able to demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills to deliver an exceptionally high standard of Aseptic Service.

You will:

  • demonstrate professionalism
  • work using own initiative to meet deadlines and patient need
  • have the ability to work accurately and methodically in busy Aseptic Services Units
  • perform effectively under pressure and have an excellent eye for detail
  • be committed to deliver a high standard in patient focused service

You will prepare Neonatal, Paediatric & Adult PN, Adult & Paediatric Chemotherapy, CIVAS and Clinical Trials across MFT, working innovatively to provide services to the patients. There may be a requirement in the future to provide cover at any of the sites within Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

All staff are supported to develop their potential through a structured personal development programme and to develop your aseptic skills and knowledge. To work towards completing a NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Manufacturing course for support staff.

The Aseptic Services Unit has a genuine good balance of professionalism, friendliness by working together to  meet the needs of patients. 

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.   

Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place.  This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others.  You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

 To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place', simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ section and once opened, you can either scan or click on the QR code. 

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application 

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person specification

Communication

Essential criteria
  • Good Communication skills written and verbal
  • Customer care skills

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria
  • 2 GCSE’s or equivalent grade C or above in Mathematics and English
  • Ability to follow procedures
  • Ability to participate in training programmes and successfully achieve the required training
  • Evidence of working as part of a team
Desirable criteria
  • NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent nationally recognised qualification
  • GCSE’s or equivalent including Science
  • Hospital Pharmacy/ Aseptic experience

Analytical

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of Prioritising workload
  • Evidence of computer skills
  • Evidence of methodical working with attention to detail
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of problem solving

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Zoe Stephens
Job title
Lead Technician - Aseptic Services (ORC)
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0161 276 5179
Additional information

Susan Seifi - [email protected]

0161 276 4663  or 0161 291 2289

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