Senior Pharmacy Technician

Job overview

Permanent | Full Time

Sheffield Children’s Hospital is a leading specialist paediatric centre, and our Pharmacy Department delivers a progressive, patient-focused service across the region—making it a truly rewarding place to work.

We’re excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a Senior Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly and forward-thinking Aseptics Team.

As we continue to expand our aseptic services, you’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of advanced therapeutic medicinal products, emerging therapies, and clinical trials.

About You

• GPhC registration as a Pharmacy Technician
• Experience in aseptic services, with a strong understanding of GMP and quality systems
• A proactive approach to supervision and coordination in a clinical setting
• A commitment to continuous improvement and patient safety

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Lead Senior Technician, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Prepare, process check, and coordinate aseptic products including CIVAS, PN, cytotoxics, and ATMPs
• Assemble and verify trays for manufacture; write, label, and check worksheets
• Ensure accurate costing and tracking of materials and consumables
• Contribute to quality management and investigate deviations
• Support senior technicians in daily operations and staff training
• Manage day-to-day activities and assist in writing procedures within the aseptic unit
• Support staff training and development within the unit

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 3212 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles and Band 2 roles.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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