SHSCT Pharmacy Technician (Rotational)

Job details

• Branch: Southern HSC Trust area (SHSCT)
• Location: Southern HSC Trust area (SHSCT)
• Directorate: Medicine & Unscheduled Care Services
• Salary: Band 5 (£31,049 - £37,796)
• Contract Type: To create a waiting list
• Opening Date: 14/10/26
• Closes: Wed, 28 October 2026 @ 4:00 PM
• Interview Dates: To be confirmed.

Notes

Online and Manual applications accepted. 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

JOB TITLE

Pharmacy Technician Rotational

BAND

DIRECTORATE

INITIAL LOCATION

5

Medicine & Unscheduled Care

Pharmacy Services, Craigavon Area Hospital/Daisy Hill Hospital – Location to be confirmed on appointment

REPORTS TO

Lead Technician

ACCOUNTABLE TO

FLEXIBLE WORKING PROVISIONS AVAILABLE

Chief Technician

Full-time working, Part-time working, Compressed/elongated hours.

JOB SUMMARY

To provide Technical Pharmacy services in the various sections of the Pharmacy department: - Dispensary, Procurement, Distribution, Specialist Medicines, Unlicensed and Clinical Trials in accordance with relevant standards, policies, guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures.

To assist Senior Technicians and Pharmacists within your service area in the provision and development of a service which is effective, efficient and responsive to the needs of our customers. The post holder will provide clear leadership and oversee the management of all staff within their span of control.

The Post holder will be required to work throughout the Area Service which includes Craigavon Area Hospital, St Lukes Hospital, Daisy Hill Hospital, South Tyrone and Lurgan Hospitals.

KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

To work across all areas of Pharmacy including but not limited to Dispensary, Distribution, Procurement, Production and Clinical Trials.

To assist relevant Technicians and Pharmacists in the optimization of Pharmaceutical product use (Drugs, Dressings, Medical & Surgical items) by ordering and monitoring stock, product costs, expiry dates, managing non-stock items and processing returns. This also includes bin maintenance, bin assessments, stock checks and investigation of discrepancies.

To dispense and final check Prescriptions for in-patients and out-patients as required by the needs of the service , including prescriptions for CD’s and specialist drugs, utilizing the Pharmacy computer system to generate labels, medicine record sheets and to issue stocks.

To charge, assemble, issue and check ward Requisitions and other orders for distribution to Wards and other Users, keeping appropriate records as required.

To accurately prepare extemporaneous preparations utilizing the appropriate equipment as specified in the formulation procedures ensuring maintenance of accurate records and adherence to COSHH regulations.

To undertake the Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) training to facilitate checking in competencies relevant to the services provided.

To undertake Good Clinical Practice training (GCP) as required within the Clinical Trials service.

To ensure effective supply for drugs (including specialist drugs), dressings and medical and surgical items to patients, community users and facilities within Trust Community Services and communicate information as appropriate.

To Assist the Quality Assurance pharmacist with all aspects of pharmacy related waste management within the Trust.

To assist within the Clinical Trials service to include ordering, receipt, storage, stock maintenance, dispensing and co-ordination supply of drugs.

Assist in the operation and maintenance of the Pharmacy dispensing robots and Omnicells, to include but not limited to filling and retrieving stock from them.

To assist in the development and introduction of new technologies, working practices and products designed to improve the efficiency of the service. This includes collection, compilation and dissemination of data.

To participate in the Production unit including the assembly, recording, packaging and checking of stock.

To assist with the maintenance of all documentation both manual and electronic, relevant to the service provided.

To assist with the regular updating of standard operating procedures (SOPs) applicable to services provided and ensure that all technical staff are familiar, and comply with, statutory and in-house standards.

To assist in the induction, training, education and supervision of Technicians, S/ATOs, and pharmacists.

Participate, as required, in the selection and appointment of staff in accordance with procedures laid down by the Trust.

To observe and ensure safe systems of work and compliance within the Trusts Health and Safety Policy, COSHH and Statutory Regulations.

Ensure proper use, maintenance and cleaning of equipment and facilities.

Ensures that the output and quality of the service is maintained in relation to short and longer term objectives.

Maintain staff relationships, morale and motivation amongst staff and work as a team member with the team.

To comply with all relevant registration and CPD requirements.

Provide cover for the routine duties of the lead technician in their absence.

24.To undertake any other duties as assigned.

25.Participate in extended hours / bank holiday and weekend rotas as required

on a shift basis.

RAISING CONCERNS – RESPONSIBILITIES

The post holder will promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency.

The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with the Trust’s ‘Your Right to Raise a Concern (Whistleblowing)’ policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable.

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.

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 exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 the Environmental Information Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant with the Trust’s policy and procedures on records management and to seek advice if in doubt.

Take responsibility for his/her own ongoing learning and development, 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.

This Job Description will 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 Organisation's area, as needs of the service demand.

Sept 2026

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLE AND BAND

Pharmacy Technician Rotational Band 5

DEPARTMENT / DIRECTORATE

Pharmacy Service/Medicine & Unscheduled Care

SALARY

HOURS

Full-time / Part-time – hours to be confirmed at time of offer

(Hours worked across a 7-day week, to include working shifts, evenings, weekends and public holidays as required, to meet the needs of the service. This post will participate in regular weekend working as required to meet service need.)

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

Essential Criteria

Number

Criteria

Method of Assessment

Qualifications/ Registration

E1

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 equivalent knowledge and competency based qualifications in Pharmacy.

If qualified before June 2009

BTEC level 3 National Certificate in Pharmacy Services or equivalent knowledge based qualification

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)

Shortlisting by Application Form

E2

Hold an ACPT qualification or be willing to complete at the earliest opportunity within the remit of the NICPLD programme.

Please note candidates must be eligible to enroll on the ACPT program with NICPLD

Experience

E3

Two year’s post qualification pharmacy technician experience.

Other

E4

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 Organisation 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

E6

E7

E8

E9

E10

E11

.

Ability to work well as a team member.

Ability to work accurately and produce work to a high standard.

Effective communications skills to meet the needs of the post in full.

Ability to carry out basic calculations.

Ability to plan and organise own work effectively.

Ability to identify solutions to problems and implement them effectively.

Knowledge

E12

E13

E14

Knowledge of the job.

Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Knowledge of current trends and developments in HPSS

Interview

E15

Flexible with regard to working arrangements to meet the demands of the service.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

SECTION 3: these will ONLY be used where it is necessary to introduce additional job related criteria to ensure files are manageable. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted

Desirable Criteria Number

D 1

Experience of working in a hospital pharmacy

Ref No: <to be inserted by HR Sept 2026

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 Organisation 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.

As part of the Recruitment & Selection process it may be necessary for The Organisation to carry out an Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI before any appointment to this post can be confirmed.

THE ORGANISATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Successful applicants

may be required to attend for a Health Assessment

can expect to be placed at the minimum point of the pay scale, although a higher starting salary, within the range of the pay band may be available if the person appointed has experience relevant & equivalent to the post. If the successful candidate is an existing HSC employee moving to a higher band, AfC Pay on Promotion will apply.

are able to request Flexible Working from the 1st day of their employment. A number of flexible working provisions are offered by all HSC Organisations including Full-time working, Fixed working patterns, Part-time working, Flexi-time, Compressed/elongated hours, Average hours working patterns, Term-time working, Job-share or Homeworking for some or all of the working pattern, depending on the role being undertaken. Successful applicants are encouraged to discuss with their manager what Flexible Working provisions may be available in the role they are taking up, prior to commencing employment, to help them achieve a positive Work/Life Balance.

All staff are expected to display the HSC Values at all times