Assistant Technical Officer
Swansea Bay University Health Board
Port Talbot, SA12 7BXView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£26,300
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
21 October 2026
1 day leftJob description
An excellent opportunity has become available for an enthusiastic, committed and motivated individual with an interest in pharmacy technical services ...
Assisting in the general routine work aspects of the storage and distribution of pharmaceuticals purchased.
Carrying out accurate receipt of new stock and accurate distribution of pre-packed and over-labelled pharmaceuticals.
Compliance with all relevant legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential: - GCSE A to C grade or equivalent in Mathematics and English
Desirable: - NVQ Level 2 in pharmacy technical services
Experience
Essential: - Previous successful experience of working in a hospital or community pharmacy
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Carry out verbal and written instructions accurately and plan own workload
- Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and written.
- Work to a full range of local pharmacy codes and procedures.
- Use Microsoft Office and have basic keyboard skills
- Undertake all manual handling duties e.g. pushing trolleys containing loads up to 50kg and manual handling of boxes up to 15kg individually.
Other Criteria
Essential
- Ability to travel across the required geographical area or to work flexibly where this is necessary for service delivery.
- Work autonomously and work effectively as part of a team.
- Good attention to detail, in order to select, label and dispense medicines accurately.
- Recognises need for sensitive and confidential handling of patient related information.
- Cope with emotional demands of patient involvement.
- Concentrate when frequently under pressure and subject to interruptions.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
14 October 2026
Last checked
15 October 2026
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