About this role
Job summary
Always wanted to start a career within Pharmacy but didn't know where to start? We are recruiting Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians to join the Imperial College NHS Trust as an Apprentice!
You will be paid at Band 3. Fixed term contract terminating 30/9/2028The course is challenging and requires studying in your own time so an aptitude to learning is required.
Apply now and let your passion for pharmacy shine!
Due to this being an apprenticeship, you can only apply if you meet the criteria below:
Have the equivalent of 9 to 4 or A* to C pass at GCSE Level in English Language, Maths, Science plus 1 other subject pass.
Level 2 Dispensing Assistant Course along with Functional skills Level 2 in Maths and English.
Overseas qualifications - require ENIC Statement of Comparability, number required on application form
You cannot be considered with Access to HE qualifications or Degrees if they contain pharmacology content.
The Education provider reviews qualifications; submission of qualification certificates/ENIC statement of comparability are required before interview.
As a Pharmacy Technician apprentice, you'll participate in a fixed term training programme. Involving work-based training and formal study (underpinning knowledge).
Interviews to be held on the 30th June and 1st July 2026 - applicants must be available on this date.
Assessment activities are used as part of the application process.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the pharmacy team your duties will include dispensing prescriptions, medicine management at ward level, stores/distribution and aseptic production. Your rota will span across Charing Cross Hospital, Hammersmith Hospital and St Mary's Hospital so you must be able to travel to all sites. You will also be required to work as part of the late duty and weekend / bank holiday team rotas. We are focused on personal development and will give you the support you need to achieve your qualifications. The ability to cope with the discipline of studying and a commitment to completing course work in your own time and within deadline whilst working as part of a team within a busy department is essential. There are excellent opportunities for further employment providing career development and promotion following successful completion of the PTPT training.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education Essential
4 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including Maths, English Language, 1 Science (core) and 1 other subject (or equivalent) Non UK qualifications to be supported by a ENIC statement of comparability equivalent to the 4 GSCEs in Maths, English Language, Science and 1 other subject
Desirable
A levels Undergraduate qualification
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a team Experience of prioritising and organising study deadlines in order to meet requirements and a commitment to learning
Desirable
Work experience in hospital pharmacy and/or community pharmacy in the UK Previous experience working in a hospital setting Demonstrate knowledge of 'patient confidentiality' Experience of stock management Previous experience with pharmacy computer systems (JAC) Previous experience of academic portfolio construction
Skills Essential
Knowledge of the role of a pharmacy technician Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively to meet deadlines Demonstrates accurate numeracy skills without using a calculator Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions
Desirable
Good customer care skills Knowledge of Health & Safety
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Charing Cross Hospital
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)