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Assistant Technical Officer - Pharmacy Aseptics


Location
Salary
£25,272 per annum
Profession
Administrative and IT
Grade
Band 2
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
11 Jun 2026
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Job overview

We are looking for an individual to join the Pharmacy based Aseptic Services team. We have a highly regarded Aseptic Production Unit (APU) at the Trust and  moved into our brand new site in 2023. The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of support activities to the aseptic production service.

Would you like to work in a Pharmacy aseptic environment?

Do you like working in a busy department?

Do you have an eye for detail?

Main duties of the job

To assist and provide support within the effective and efficient day to day operations of the aseptic service: -

  • Parenteral Nutrition • Chemotherapy • Intravenous Additive Service

In accordance with departmental safe systems of work.

Carry out Environmental procedures, to include: -

  • Daily readings in both set up and clean room. • Weekly settle plates and swabs. • Cleaning duties.

In a timely manner ensuring all documentation is fully completed, filed and stored correctly.

Ensure that the aseptic process is carried out in compliance with current Standard Operating Procedures following the principles of the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The successful applicant will carry out duties in following areas.

To assist and provide support within the effective and efficient day to day operations of the aseptic service: -

  • Parenteral Nutrition • Chemotherapy • Intravenous Additive Service

In accordance with departmental safe systems of work.

Carry out Environmental procedures, to include: -

  • Daily readings in both set up and clean room. • Weekly settle plates and swabs. • Cleaning duties.

In a timely manner ensuring all documentation is fully completed, filed and stored correctly.

Ensure that the aseptic process is carried out in compliance with current Standard Operating Procedures following the principles of the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

See Job Description for further information.

Person specification

Other

Essential

  • Enthusiasm for the position

Skills

Essential

  • Good written communication skills
  • Methodical with attention to detail

Desirable

  • Standard keyboard/IT skills

Experience

Desirable

  • Experience working in Healthcare Environment
  • Experience of stock rotation
  • Experience of working in stores and distribution

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE grade C/4 or above (must include Maths and English) or equivalent (such as functional skills)
  • Level 2 NVQ in Pharmacy Skills or a Level 2 Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent

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