Pharmacy Technician
West London NHS Trust
Southall, UB2 4SA
Salary
£36,943 to £44,900
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
8 September 2026
8 days left
Job description
West London NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and patient-focused Pharmacy Technician to join the Integrated Care Pharmacy Team ba...
As part of the Integrated Care Pharmacy Team, you will provide patient-centred medicines management and medicines optimisation services across Clayponds Hospital and community health settings. You will support medicines reconciliation, patient counselling, medicines supply and discharge planning, helping to ensure safe and effective use of medicines.
The role includes working closely with multidisciplinary teams, undertaking medicines management visits to wards and community services, supporting stock management activities, participating in audits and quality improvement projects, and contributing to the delivery of a responsive pharmacy service. We are seeking a GPhC-registered Pharmacy Technician with excellent organisational and communication skills who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Accredited Checking Technician status and medicines management qualifications are desirable, although support will be available for further development.
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC/NVQ level 3
- Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Practical experience and theoretical study / knowledge (as evidenced by CPD) in Medicines Management
Desirable
- Accredited Checking Technician
- Accreditation in Medicines Management (AIMM) or equivalent qualification
- Accreditation in Medicines Reconciliation
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-qualification pharmacy technician experience relevant to the role. Pharmacy experience working in dispensary and delivery of top-up services to wards
- Experience undertaking audits in medicines management
Desirable
- Working in an integrated care (or equivalent) setting
- Clinical Trials Work
- Remote Dispensing
- Experience in financial reporting
- Experience in report writing
Knowledge
Essential
- Use of dispensing software systems and other databases
- Good understanding of ordering and supply systems
- Medicines Management Standards
- Resources for patient information on medication
Desirable
- Knowledge of mental health medication
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
24 August 2026
Last checked
26 August 2026
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