About this role
Job summary
Our Trust is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (PTPT) to join our Pharmacy Department on a fixed two-year apprenticeship programme.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual with the commitment, adaptability, and drive to train under the apprenticeship framework and progress towards becoming a registered pharmacy technician. Alongside comprehensive on-the-job training, you will undertake part-time academic study one day per week to complete the Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3 qualification. Attendance at college is required, and you will be expected to complete all associated coursework and assessments within agreed deadlines, including independent study outside of working hours.
Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a pharmacy technician. Throughout your training, you will be supported by a knowledgeable and experienced pharmacy team committed to your development.
To be considered for this role, applicants must hold a minimum of four GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Maths, English, and Science (or a combined science award with at least one grade C/4 or above plus an additional GCSE). Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English are also accepted. Evidence of these essential qualifications must be provided prior to interview.
Main duties of the job
We are pleased to offer one Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (PTPT) position based at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital (single-sector training site). The successful applicant will be offered a start date between September 2026 and March 2027.
Academic training will be delivered by either Birmingham Metropolitan College or Walsall College, and you will be required to attend college one day per week while meeting all study deadlines set by the programme.
This is a full-time post and includes rotations through a range of specialist areas within the Pharmacy Department, covering both operational and clinical services. You will gain hands-on experience while developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required of a registered pharmacy technician.
About us
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist orthopaedic units in Europe. We offer planned orthopaedic surgery to people locally, nationally and internationally.
Our Trust is a very special hospital; big enough to deliver world class services and small enough to offer exceptional patient and staff experience. We offer a working experience unique in the West Midlands and we're always on the lookout for passionate people to join our award-winning team.
The ROH is an equal opportunities employer. We employ people of difference and are committed to growing an inclusive culture, where difference is celebrated, and people feel able to bring their whole and authentic self to work.
We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a range of inclusive, family friendly and flexible working arrangements and policies, to support our people in the workplace. Flexible working requests will be considered.
The Trust is committed to the Disability Confident Interview Scheme and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and consider them on their abilities.
If you have a disability and need any support with your application or require any reasonable adjustments to be implemented please do get in touch with the Recruiting Manager for this position so that the team can support you.
Job description Job responsibilities
During your training, you will learn to:
Recognise and work safely within your scope of practice. Accurately assemble prescribed medicines and products. Apply principles of clinical governance and maintain patient confidentiality. Demonstrate operational competence across a variety of pharmacy services. Contribute to the delivery of a safe, effective, and responsive pharmacy service. Communicate and collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team. Use pharmacy systems to support the safe management and supply of medicines. Check and review your own work and support quality assurance processes. Prioritise workload and resources to meet local and national objectives. Ensure health and safety standards are consistently upheld. Supervise and support other members of the pharmacy team appropriately.
Please note, this is a full time 2-year fixed term contract with no guarantee of a qualified Pharmacy Technician post at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital.
For more information about duties and responsibilities please see attached Job Description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Four GCSE (or equivalent) passes at grade C/Level 4 or above and must include Science, Mathematics and English
Desirable
Additional Science or Pharmaceutical qualifications NVQ Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent
Experience Essential
Previous experience working in a hospital pharmacy Previous experience working in a community pharmacy
Desirable
Familiarity with WellSky, Omnicell, Hanwell or PICS etc
Knowledge & Skills Essential
Knowledge of Pharmacy Services Knowledge of the role of a Pharmacy Technician
Desirable
Good attention to detail Strong communication skills Willingness to learn
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.
Employer details Employer name The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Orthopaedic Hopsital
Bristol Rd, South
Birmingham
B31 2AP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.roh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)