The Pre-registration Trainee Technician joins the hospital pharmacy service at The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The role combines supervised work across pharmacy rotations with coursework towards a Level 3 qualification. It is a 24-month apprenticeship with on-the-job training and remote day-release learning through Buttercups, and includes extended hours, weekends and bank holidays as service needs require. Applicants must be at least 18, meet the GCSE requirements or the stated pharmacy-assistant alternative, and not be in formal government-funded education.
What the job involves
- Develop competence in routine technical work across dispensary services, including inpatient, outpatient and satellite dispensaries, procurement and ward stock management
- Provide limited cover for senior staff when required, under an experienced technician's or pharmacist's supervision
- Identify and correct own errors and those made by junior staff
- Organise and prioritise work
- Maintain safe working systems and act to prevent errors, complaints and incidents
- Follow standard operating procedures in each rotation section
- Report deviations from procedures to senior staff and contribute to developing section practices
- Help prepare departmental procedures when required
- Follow the section's daily plan to support an efficient, quality service for patients
- Support colleagues with less experience in the rotation section
- Take part in the hospital staff appraisal system and departmental audit programme
- Work extended or flexible hours as needed, including Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays
Qualifications
- Five GCSEs at grade C or above, or equivalent, including English, maths and two science subjects
Experience
- At least one year working as a pharmacy assistant if lacking sufficient science GCSEs
Skills & knowledge
- Commitment to learning and completing coursework by deadlines
- Accuracy, effective communication and ability to work as part of a team
Other
- Aged 18 or over
- Not in formal government-funded education
- Any degree held must not be in the area aligned with the pharmacy apprenticeship framework
- Availability for extended or flexible hours, including weekends and bank holidays
Pre-registration Trainee Technician in Uxbridge employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
