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Apprentice Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Sunderland, SR4 7TP · SOUTH SHIELDS, NE34 0PLView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157

Contract

Fixed-Term

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

22 October 2026

3 days left

Job description

You will need to be able to meet all the eligibility requirements as prescribed by the Apprenticeship criteria to undertake the role. Please see attac...

You will undertake a wide range of pharmaceutical duties under the

supervision and professional direction of a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician,

including: -

The order receipt and storage of medicines.

Accurately dispensing prescriptions and ward orders.

Advising patients on the safe and correct use of their medicines.

Participating in the Integrated Medicines Management Service.

An ability to work in a team is essential and it is vital that you understand the needs of patients and other staff members.

You must have effective time management skills.

As part of the Pharmacy team, you will be required to contribute to late

night (8.00pm), weekend and bank holiday rosters.

Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required.

One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,

and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we

may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Qualifications

Essential

  • A minimum of four GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C or above (new grade 4-9) including Maths, English Language, Biology, Chemistry (or Dual award Science/Buttercups Level 2 Foundation in Science for Pharmacy Technicians) in line with GPhC guidance and course provider requirements.

Desirable

  • A minimum of four GCSE (or equivalent) Grade B or above (new grade 6 or above) including Maths, English Language, Biology, Chemistry (or Dual award Science/ Buttercups Level 2 Foundation in Science for Pharmacy Technicians) in line with GPhC guidance and course provider requirements.

Experience

Desirable: - Work experience in hospital or community pharmacy.; - Experience in a customer service role.

Knowledge

Desirable: - The role of hospital pharmacy and hospital pharmacy technicians.; - Understand the values of the NHS.

Core Behaviours

Essential: - Alignment to Trust Values and Core Behaviours.

Values / Behavioural / Attitude

Essential: - Patient-focused.; - Flexible approach to work and study.; - Commitment to learning and professional development.; - Ability to learn / work alone.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Effective communication.
  • Methodical with attention to detail.
  • Ability to plan and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines.
  • Effective team member.
  • Keyboard / computer skills.

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

8 October 2026

Last checked

8 October 2026

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About the employer

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South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

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