# Lead Pharmacy Technician, Education & Training

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- **Town:** Kingston Upon Thames
- **Region:** London
- **Country:** England
- **Profession:** Pharmacy technician
- **Grade:** Band 6
- **Salary:** £45,953 - £54,254 per annum inc of Outer London HCAS (pro-rata)
- **Contract type:** Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity Leave Cover)
- **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Work evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays according to rotas as appropriate)
- **Closing date:** 2026-08-04T23:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-07-21T13:00:45.675Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/London/Kingston/Kingston_Richmond_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Lead_Pharmacy_Technician/Lead_Pharmacy_Technician-v8144652
- **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8144652?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002
- **Employer website:** https://www.kingstonhospital.nhs.uk

## Job Content

### Job overview

Are you a passionate Pharmacy Technician with a keen interest in education and training? Do you have a desire to make a real impact on the development of the next generation of Pharmacy professionals? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

As an Education and Training Pharmacy Technician at Kingston Hospital, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of our Pharmacy team. You’ll be responsible for leading, supporting, and guiding students and apprentices through their Level 2 and Level 3 training, ensuring they gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.

You’ll work closely with the Dispensary Manager and the wider team to identify training needs and provide tailored support. As part of your role, you’ll deliver engaging CPD sessions and foster a positive, supportive learning environment for all team members. You’ll also guide and support Technicians through their ACPT, PS, and ES training pathways.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help us build a strong, skilled, and motivated team, we’d love to hear from you!

Join Kingston Hospital and help us shape the future of Pharmacy care!

### Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the education and training of students, apprentices, and Technicians.
- Deliver CPD sessions and promote a culture of continuous learning.
- Support Technicians through ACPT, PS, and ES training.
- Collaborate closely with the Dispensary Manager and Lead Education & Training Senior Pharmacist.
- Act as the EPD (Education & Professional Development) and ES for Technicians.

What We’re Looking For:

- Registered with the GPhC
- A passion for education, training, and professional development.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate others in a learning environment.

Why Kingston Hospital?

- A dynamic and supportive team committed to your growth and development.
- A chance to make a real impact on the future of Pharmacy services.
- Opportunities for career progression and further learning.
- Renumeration for weekend, Bank Holiday, and late duty shifts as part of a 7-day working service.

### Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full role responsibilities and expectations.

For more information, please contact Kunali Patel (\[email protected\]) Senior Pharmacist Education & Training. Contact number 020 8934 3365

## Person Specification

### Qualifications

**Essential**

- BTEC or NVQ level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences (or equivalent)
- Registration with the GPHC
- Accreditation as Checking Technician
- Educational Supervisor (ES) Qualification
- Medicines Management Qualification

**Desirable**

- Quality Improvement training and experience

### Experience and Knowledge

**Essential**

- Several years working in an NHS hospital post qualification
- Knowledge and skills to mentor and develop various grades of staff
- Knowledge and understanding of basic management principles including team management and motivation
- In depth knowledge of the qualifications
- Good communication ( at varying levels) and organisational skills

## Documents

- [senior technician (pdf, 352.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10443704)
- [onboarding roadmap (pdf, 440.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?ddoc=2464)
- [ai toolkit for candidates (pdf, 1.9mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?ddoc=2412)
- [lead pharmacy technician (pdf, 360.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10443703)

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