About this role
Job summary
MFT is one of the biggest, most ambitious, and progressive NHS Trusts in the country. We are responsible for running a family of nine hospitals across six separate sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services.
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual, who is an excellent team player, flexible, self-motivated, and able to demonstrate professionalism, excellent organisational and communication skills.You must be able to work accurately, quickly and under pressure, have a good eye for detail, be able to prioritise your workload to meet deadlines and be committed to deliver a high standard patient focused service.
This role will include 1 in 5 Saturdays(9-1:30pm) , working as part of a rota. Bank Holiday working as part of a rota and worked across site. Posts will be based at the Oxford Road Campus however may have to work across site as required.
Main duties of the job
Are you interested in a career in Aseptic Services? Are you an excellent team player, flexible and self-motivated? We want you to join our team.
You will have a professional outlook and be able to demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills to deliver an exceptionally high standard of Aseptic Service.
You will:
demonstrate professionalism work using own initiative to meet deadlines and patient need have the ability to work accurately and methodically in busy Aseptic Services Units perform effectively under pressure and have an excellent eye for detail be committed to deliver a high standard in patient focused service You will prepare Neonatal, Paediatric & Adult PN, Adult & Paediatric Chemotherapy, CIVAS and Clinical Trials across MFT, working innovatively to provide services to the patients. There may be a requirement in the future to provide cover at any of the sites within Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.
All staff are supported to develop their potential through a structured personal development programme and to develop your aseptic skills and knowledge. To work towards completing a NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Manufacturing course for support staff.
The Aseptic Services Unit has a genuine good balance of professionalism, friendliness by working together to meet the needs of patients.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe, a great place to start or grow your career. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.
You'll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.
You'll find that we're committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we'll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.
Most importantly, you'll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You'll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.At MFT we're All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.
Job description Job responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate PlaceTo help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one-stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place', simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download section and once opened, you can either scan or click on the QR code.Closing vacancy listings earlyWe welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Communication Essential
Good Communication skills written and verbal Customer care skills
Knowledge and Experience Essential
2 GCSE's or equivalent grade C or above in Mathematics and English Ability to follow procedures Ability to participate in training programmes and successfully achieve the required training Evidence of working as part of a team
Desirable
NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent nationally recognised qualification GCSE's or equivalent including Science Hospital Pharmacy/ Aseptic experience
Analytical Essential
Evidence of Prioritising workload Evidence of computer skills Evidence of methodical working with attention to detail
Desirable
Evidence of problem solving
Employer details Employer name Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address Wythenshawe Campus
Southmoor Road
Manchester
M23 9LT
Employer's website https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)