Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician - Band 4 Annex 21
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Gloucester, GL1 3NNView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£24,853
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
29 October 2026
10 days leftJob description
Are you looking to start an exciting career in healthcare? Do you enjoy learning new skills, working with people and making a difference? We have a fa...
As a Trainee Pharmacy Technician, you will gain valuable hands-on experience across a range of pharmacy services at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital.
Support the safe preparation and supply of medicines to patients.
Work alongside Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists on hospital wards, helping patients receive the medicines they need.
Develop skills in medicines management, stock control, ordering and distribution.
Communicate with patients, healthcare professionals and other members of the Pharmacy team.
Gain experience in specialist pharmacy services and develop an understanding of the different career opportunities available to qualified Pharmacy Technicians.
You will follow a structured training programme, supported by experienced colleagues, while completing a Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice with our approved training provider.
At Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in Gloucestershire, with over 9,000 colleagues working together to deliver high-quality patient care.
Our Pharmacy department plays an essential role in supporting patients throughout their hospital journey, and we are passionate about developing the next generation of Pharmacy professionals.
By joining our team, you will become part of a supportive and welcoming environment where learning, teamwork and professional development are encouraged. You will have opportunities to develop new skills, gain experience across two hospital sites and build the foundations for a rewarding career within the NHS.
Qualifications and Training
Essential: - Minimum of 4 GCSE's (or equivalent) including English Language, Mathematics, at least one science subject at Grade A* to C or 9 to 4)
Desirable: - Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and email programmes
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- A desire to work in a hospital environment with a focus on Pharmacy ensuring you treat people with kindness, compassion and with dignity and respect
- Ability to work on own initiative, independently and as part of a team
- Have responsibility for their personal development and completion of the Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice
Desirable: - Ability to manage own time and prioritise workload
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate information effectively and build positive working relationships
- Capacity to work calmly under pressure.
Desirable: - Able to perform manual handling tasks
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
15 October 2026
Last checked
16 October 2026
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