# Pharmacy Technician Band 5 > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Southern Health and Social Care Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/pharmacy-technician-band-5/796144dc-a9f2-41f9-ae5d-ecc1707033e1 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/pharmacy-technician-band-5/796144dc-a9f2-41f9-ae5d-ecc1707033e1.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Southern Health and Social Care Trust - **Location:** Craigavon Area Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Pharmacy technician - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £31,049 - £37,796 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Closing date:** 2026-09-11T15:00:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-08-28T18:04:00.569Z - **Source information URL:** https://jobs.hscni.net/Job/48935/shsctpharmacy-technician-band-5 - **Application URL:** https://jobs-app.hscni.net/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_posting_apply?PARAM=cG9zdF9pbnN0X2d1aWQ9MDA1MDU2OTMyMzU0MUZFMUE4REU1NUQzNTJBMDY3RUEmY2FuZF90eXBlPWU%3d - **Employer website:** https://southerntrust.hscni.net ## Job Content ### Job details - Branch: Craigavon Area Hospital (SHSCT) - Location: Craigavon Area Hosp-Main Building - Directorate: Adult Community and Acute Services - Salary: Band 5 (£31,049 - £37,796) - Contract Type: Permanent - Opening Date: 28/08/26 - Closes: Fri, 11 September 2026 @ 4:00 PM - Interview Dates: TBC ### Notes If you are submitting a manual application, please post it to: Recruitment Shared Services, Rosewood Villa, Longstone Hospital Site, 73 Loughgall Road, Armagh, BT61 7PR. Applications received after the advertised closing date/time cannot be considered, so please allow enough time for postage. A waiting list may be created for similar posts that may arise while the waiting list is live, this may include temporary or part-time posts. This will be managed in line with the updated HSC waiting list principles effective from 1 April 2026. Where a part-time waiting list is required, one part-time waiting list will be created- regardless of any specific hours advertised, this waiting list will cover all future vacancies where part-time posts arise. A part-time post is defined as any post that has less than 37.5 hours per week. Please remember to save or print a copy of the job description before submitting your application, as it will not be accessible afterwards. Flexible Working We welcome flexible working requests from day one. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options. The options available for this post will depend on the requirements of the role. Find out more about flexible working options on our website. ### JOB DESCRIPTION ### SOUTHERN HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE TRUST JOB TITLE Cancer and Aseptic Services Pharmacy Technician ### BAND 5 DIRECTORATE: ACUTE INITIAL LOCATION Pharmacy Aseptic Suite, Mandeville unit REPORTS TO: Lead Aseptic Pharmacy Technician ACCOUNTABLE TO: Aseptic and Cancer Services Lead Pharmacist ### JOB SUMMARY To be part of the multi-professional team providing a cost effective Chemotherapy and Aseptic dispensing service. This includes supporting the dispensing and supply of parenteral nutrition, CIVAS, biologics and chemotherapy treatments within the Trust. The post holder will assist in providing all technical aspects of the Service. ### KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES To assist in the provision of all aspects of the Chemotherapy and Aseptic Services section of the Pharmacy department. To participate in the preparation of intravenous chemotherapy drugs, biological drugs, TPN and other aseptically dispensed products within the aseptic unit. To dispense, label, and package oral chemotherapy and all supportive medications required for chemotherapy patients. To prepare and use isolators and work areas correctly, in line with aseptic procedures To ensure completed products are stored under the correct conditions. Undertake and maintain Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training to be able to dispense oncology/haematology clinical trial drugs. To complete the accredited checking technician Pre and in-process checking qualification. To participate in the duties of the Pre and in- process checks in the Aseptic unit. To undertake and complete the Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) program if required to do so. To assist in the maintenance of the Aseptic Services section with respect to stock control, procurement of drugs and equipment, cleaning and general upkeep of the department. To ensure all preparations and sundries within the Aseptic unit are appropriately issued and charged to the correct cost centre on a daily basis. Compile a weekly order to ensure stock of unlicensed Prefilled syringes/infusion bags of chemotherapy and biological drugs used within the unit. Ensure all physical and microbiological monitoring is carried out within defined time frames within the aseptic unit and assist the Aseptic Services Manager/Lead Aseptic Technician in the development and implementation of monitoring schedules ensuring parameter breaches are actioned in line with department guidelines. Collate results and reports relating to the quality assurance of the environment in the Aseptic unit and assist with investigations of out of spec results and implementation of remedial actions. To prepare staff training folders and participate in the technical training and mentoring of S/ATO, Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacists and other staff as required. Ensure staff are familiar and comply with statutory and in-house safe systems of work, and standard operating procedures. Supervise and co-ordinate staff within the section including rota cover. To take on the responsibility of technical team leader within Aseptic Services when necessary. Maintenance of personal aseptic validations and undergo personal training and re-assessment as directed in the aseptic dispensing procedures To assist the Aseptic Services Manager/Lead Aseptic Technician in the maintenance, updating and development of in-house documentation and standard operating procedures in accordance with published standards. Ensure weekly stock checks and expiry checks are carried out and followed up and participate in annual stock-taking within the unit. To assist the Lead Aseptic Technician in the assessment ,safety, storage and supply of unlicensed medicines and consumables in line with regulatory requirements and policies. Maintain competency to ensure inclusion on the register of designated personnel for the preparation and supply of intrathecal chemotherapy in the trust. Maintain exposure records of all staff involved in the preparation of chemotherapy drugs. To assist with accurate workload / financial statistics in relation to intravenous/oral chemotherapy, biological drugs and TPN within the unit. To assist in the management of the storage and maintenance of pharmacy patient treatment records, both manual and electronic, in accordance with the legal requirements and good practice. To assist in the development and introduction of new technologies and working practices designed to improve the efficiency and running of the aseptic unit. To assist in ensuring that working practices and the environment conform to current statutory, legislative requirements, Trust and local policies with regard to Health and safety issues To maintain and develop personal knowledge and skills through attendance at relevant courses. Liaise with staff via telephone regarding patient treatments and respond to issues and requests in a timely manner. Participate in dispensary activities when required including checking and issuing medications to patients providing counselling and advice as per remit. Comply with all relevant registration and CPD requirements. Maintain staff relationships, morale and motivation amongst the staff working with you. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Lead Pharmacist/Lead Technician from time to time. Participate in the weekend/Bank Holiday and extended hours working in Accordance with relevant rotas, including shifts if required. Conduct oneself in an appropriate manner and maintain the required standards of appearance and dress as required by Senior Pharmacy Management. ### HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Review individually, at least annually, the performance of immediately subordinate staff, provides guidance on personal development requirements and advises on and initiates, where appropriate, further training. 2. Maintain staff relationships and morale amongst the staff reporting to him/her. 3. Participate, as required, in the selection and appointment of staff reporting to him/her in accordance with procedures laid down by the Trust. Take such action as may be necessary in disciplinary matters in accordance with procedures laid down by the Trust. ### GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ### The post holder will be required to Ensure the Trust’s policy on equality of opportunity is promoted through his/her own actions and those of any staff for whom he/she has responsibility. Co-operate fully with the implementation of the Trust's Health and Safety arrangements, reporting any accidents/incidents/equipment defects to his/her manager, and maintaining a clean, uncluttered and safe environment for patients/clients, members of the public and staff. The HSC Code of Conduct for Employees sets out the standards of conduct expected of all staff in the Southern Health & Social Care Trust and outlines the standards of conduct and behaviours required during and after employment with the Trust. Professional staff are expected to also follow the code of conduct for their own professions. ### Adhere at all times to all Trust policies/codes of conduct, including for example Smoke Free policy IT Security Policy and Code of Conduct standards of attendance, appearance and behaviour Contribute to ensuring the highest standards of environmental cleanliness within your designated area of work. Co-operate fully with regard to Trust policies and procedures relating to infection prevention and control. All employees of the trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Trust including patients/clients, corporate and administrative records whether paper-based or electronic and also including emails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exception, under the Freedom of Information act 2000 the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and the Data Protection Acts 1998. Employees are required to be conversant with the Trusts policy and procedures on records management and to seek advice if in doubt. Take responsibility for his/her own ongoing learning and development, including full participation in KSF Development Reviews/appraisals, in order to maximise his/her potential and continue to meet the demands of the post. Represent the Trust’s commitment to providing the highest possible standard of service to patients/clients and members of the public, by treating all those with whom he/she comes into contact in the course of work, in a pleasant, courteous and respectful manner. Seek to engage and involve service users and members of the public in keeping with the Trust’s Personal and Public Involvement Strategy and as appropriate to the job role. Available / able to work any 5 days out of 7 over the 24 hour period, which may include on-call / stand-by / sleep-in duties, shifts, night duty, weekends and Public Holidays if required immediately on appointment or at a later stage following commencement in response to changing demands of the service. This post may evolve over time and this Job Description will therefore be subject to review in the light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time. It is a standard condition that all Trust staff may be required to serve at any location within the Trust's area, as needs of the service demand. ### PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION JOB TITLE AND BAND: Cancer and Aseptic Pharmacy Technician DEPARTMENT / DIRECTORATE: MUSC ### SALARY HOURS 18.75hrs August 2025 ### Notes to applicants You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form. Please note the Trust reserves the right to use any desirable criteria outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet the desirable criteria. Proof of qualifications and/or professional registration will be required if an offer of employment is made – if you are unable to provide this, the offer may be withdrawn. ### ESSENTIAL CRITERIA SECTION 1: The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will initially be measured at shortlisting stage although may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form whether or not you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is stated below. Factor Criteria Method of Assessment Experience / Qualifications/ Registration Qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians OR If qualified after June 2009 BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians (combined) or equivalent knowledge and competency based qualifications in pharmacy as defined by GPhC. If qualified before June 2009 BTEC level 3 National certificate in Pharmacy Services or equivalent knowledge based qualification in pharmacy An equivalent qualification approved for registration with GPhC as per the link below. Approved courses and qualifications for pharmacy technicians | General Pharmaceutical Council (pharmacyregulation.org) - Two years post qualification hospital experience Hold an ACPT/PIP qualification or complete at the earliest opportunity within the remit of the NICPLD programme. Applicants must be eligible to enrol on the NICPLD ACPT program Aseptic and Pharmaceutical technology and Quality Assurance experience Shortlisting by Application Form Other Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post SECTION 2: The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will be measured during the interview/ selection stage: Skills / Abilities Ability to work well as a team member. Ability to work accurately and produce work to a high standard. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to plan and organise own work effectively Ability to work at an isolator fully gloved and gowned during dispensing sessions in line with required standards and service demands Interview / Test Knowledge Knowledge of the job. Knowledge and understanding of local and national pharmaceutical standards and strategies-especially relating to Good Manufacturing Practice and Quality Assurance of Aseptic Preparation Services. Knowledge of Pharmacy computer systems and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel and Outlook) As part of the Recruitment & Selection process it may be necessary for the Trust to carry out an Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI before any appointment to this post can be confirmed. ### THE TRUST IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Successful applicants may be required to attend for a Health Assessment All staff are required to comply with the Trust’s Smoke Free Policy All staff are expected to display the HSC Values at all times ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.