Job summary
Interview Date: 6th July 2026
Our inclusive and diverse Pharmacy department has a strong clinical presence in all areas. We are innovative and forward-thinking and have invested in a host of technical improvements, including robotics and state of the art dispensaries and technical services. The department is noted to be very friendly, and is constantly looking to develop and expand. This is an exciting time at Barnsley Hospital with the recent implementation of electronic prescribing bringing excellent opportunities for further innovation and service development.
If you are looking for an exciting new challenge, we have the perfect opportunity for you. We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and forward-thinking registered pharmacy technician to take on the role of Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician within our inpatient/outpatient dispensaries.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for carrying out dispensing functions and to perform final accuracy checks on prescriptions and orders, which have previously been clinically checked by a pharmacist in accordance with Trust procedures. Opportunities will be available to support and develop your career pathway. The department has a strong Quality Improvement ethos and you will have the opportunity to become involved in a variety of QI projects. This is a really exciting time to be joining our dispensary team as we develop ways of further integrating with our patient facing clinical colleagues.
This post is full-time and your contracted hours will be worked over 5 days, including participation in the weekend, late night, and bank holiday rotas.
About us
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work.
We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone.
We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities.
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation.
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility.
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.
Please note we reserve the right to close positions early
Details
- Date posted: 18 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 5
- Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year pro/rata
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: C9163-0983E-06-2026
- Job locations: Pogmoor Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 2EP, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Job Description for Pharmacy Technician MTO2
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
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Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous healthcare experience
- Experience of inpatient and outpatient dispensing
Desirable
- Medicines Management Experience
Trust Values
Essential
- Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
- Please describe in around 100 words: A time when you were under pressure but remained calm, compassionate and focused at work. Please describe in around 100 words: How do you lead/manage a well functioning team.
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC in pharmaceutical sciences and NVQ level 3 pharmacy services or equivalent qualification
Desirable
- Royal Pharmaceutical Society Registration
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Understanding the need for confidentiality
- Completion of extended role checking technician procedure or Final accuracy checking
- Knowledge of COSHH
- Knowledge of Data Protection Act
- Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act
Desirable
- Concept of customer satisfaction
- Awareness of changes in the NHS
- Knowledge of stock control
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