# Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician – Apprenticeship > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/pre-registration-trainee-pharmacy-technician-apprenticeship/94238f16-a5e5-4821-a682-b4c041d8a187 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/pre-registration-trainee-pharmacy-technician-apprenticeship/94238f16-a5e5-4821-a682-b4c041d8a187.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Kingston Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Pharmacy technician - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £30,630 - £32,346 pa inc of Outer London HCAS - **Contract type:** Apprenticeship: 2 years - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Participation in late duties, weekend, and Bank Holiday rotas) - **Closing date:** 2026-11-03T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-20T13:10:33.147Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/London/Kingston/Kingston_Richmond_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Trainee_Pharmacy_Technician/Trainee_Pharmacy_Technician-v8296426 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8296426?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview 2 YEAR TRAINING CONTRACT TO START FEBRUARY 2027 Are you passionate about Pharmacy healthcare and eager to make a real difference in patients' lives? Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Pharmacy Department is your ideal next step! Renowned for delivering high-quality, professional pharmacy services, we are not only recognised for excellence in patient care, but we also have a reputation as one of the most friendly and supportive places to work. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that’s constantly striving to set new standards in pharmacy and healthcare. What We Offer: We’re thrilled to offer a two-year, fixed-term training contract for the Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship programme. This is your chance to learn from some of the best in the field while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you're enthusiastic, motivated, and looking for a rewarding career as a Pharmacy Technician, we want to hear from you! ### Main duties of the job The apprenticeship involves a blend of practical, hands-on experience and comprehensive theoretical learning. You’ll get experience by rotating through key areas of our busy pharmacy department, including Inpatient Dispensary, Stores & Distribution, Ward Medicines Management Service, and Community Pharmacy. As part of your apprenticeship, you’ll receive full support and supervision, with a dedicated day each week for virtual classroom lessons. This ensures that you not only get practical skills but also the knowledge to excel in your role. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be eligible to register as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). As a qualified Pharmacy Technician, you’ll take an active role in preparing medicines and guiding patients on how to use them effectively, playing a key part in the healthcare journey. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities A minimum of 4 GCSEs, three of which must include: - GCSE in Maths at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent - GCSE in English Language at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent - GCSE in Science (Biology/Chemistry) at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent - GCSE in one other subject Certificates of qualifications must be provided prior to interview stage to be verified by the Education Provider and confirmation of eligibility. If you're hardworking, committed, and passionate about Pharmacy, this apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Excellent communication skills and a passion for helping others are essential, as you’ll be working closely with patients and our healthcare team. We are looking for people who are excited to grow, learn, and be part of a dynamic team. If you’re ready for a challenge and want to help us continue delivering exceptional pharmacy care, apply today! ***Please see the attached supporting document/s (JD) which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification*** Note: ensure any supporting statements align with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria. ### Applicant requirements The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - Be able to undertake the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians - 4 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above including Maths, English Language Science (Biology/Chemistry) and one other subject **Desirable** - NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or Counter Assistant Qualification ### Experience, Skills and Abilities **Essential** - Customer service experience in the workplace - Pharmacy experience - Working in an NHS or equivalent healthcare environment - Excellent communication skills on both a written and verbal basis - Ability to commit a significant amount of study in own time (min 8-10 hours per week) - Able to work in patient facing environments, e.g., talking to patients on wards ## Documents - [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) - [trainee pharmacy technician (pdf, 352.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10615208) - [trainee pharmacy technician (pdf, 632.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10615207) ## 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.