Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician – Apprenticeship

Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician – Apprenticeship

Band 3

Main area Trainee Pharmacy Technician Grade Band 3 Contract Apprenticeship: 2 years Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Participation in late duties, weekend, and Bank Holiday rotas) Job ref 396-8296426-DE-GV-Y

Site Kingston Hospital Town Kingston Salary £30,630 - £32,346 pa inc of Outer London HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 03/11/2026 23:59

Home, community, hospital

KingstonandRichmond NHS Foundation Trust offers a range offantasticopportunities to grow your career across both hospital and community settings in south London. Whether you're looking to build new skills or take your experience to the next level,weare uniquely placed toprovide therightenvironment to support your professional development.With colleagues working in people’s homes, in community clinics, and in our two hospitals, we have an outstanding breadth of knowledge and experience to draw from.

Our commitment to exceptional care is reflected in being the firsttrustof our kindin London to achieve an ‘Outstanding’ rating from the CQC for bothoverallquality andleadership.We exist to provide the best possible care for our patients and we do that by giving our colleagues what they need to be their best at work. We have won numerous awards from the HSJ and Nursing Times for the way we support our colleagues across all our services.

We are proud to be recognised for our outstanding cancer care, children's services, pioneering surgical teams, and exceptional rehabilitation services. Our maternity services have been rated the "Best in London" by women surveyed by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), with parents travelling to Kingston to take advantage of our considerable experience and expertise.

These words are important reminders, but it’s our behaviours that tell people who we are. We expect all colleagues to bring our values to life in their work.

• Compassionate: We provide care with kindness, understanding, and empathy for all.
• Inclusive: We embrace diversity and respect the unique contributions of every individual.
• Collaborative: We foster teamwork across all levels, working together and with our partners to deliver the best outcomes.
• Inspiring: We are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in patient care, staff development, and innovation.

Job overview

2 YEAR TRAINING CONTRACT TO START FEBRUARY 2027

Are you passionate about Pharmacy healthcare and eager to make a real difference in patients' lives? Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Pharmacy Department is your ideal next step! Renowned for delivering high-quality, professional pharmacy services, we are not only recognised for excellence in patient care, but we also have a reputation as one of the most friendly and supportive places to work. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that’s constantly striving to set new standards in pharmacy and healthcare.

What We Offer:

We’re thrilled to offer a two-year, fixed-term training contract for the Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship programme. This is your chance to learn from some of the best in the field while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you're enthusiastic, motivated, and looking for a rewarding career as a Pharmacy Technician,

Main duties of the job

The apprenticeship involves a blend of practical, hands‑on experience and comprehensive theoretical learning. You’ll get experience by rotating through key areas of our busy pharmacy department, including Inpatient Dispensary, Stores & Distribution, Ward Medicines Management Service, and Community Pharmacy. As part of your apprenticeship, you’ll receive full support and supervision, with a dedicated day each week for virtual classroom lessons. This ensures that you not only get practical skills but also the knowledge to excel in your role.

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be eligible to register as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). As a qualified Pharmacy Technician, you’ll take an active role in preparing medicines and guiding patients on how to use them effectively, playing a key part in the healthcare journey.

Working for our organisation

• Supportive Environment : You will be welcomed into a close‑knit, friendly team where development and growth are our priorities.
• Diversity and Inclusion : The hospital strives to create an inclusive and diverse workforce, ensuring that all staff feel respected, valued, and supported regardless of their background.
• Opportunities for development: The Pharmacy department offers opportunities for continuous learning and professional development. Staff have access to training, development programs, and career progression opportunities.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

A minimum of 4 GCSEs, three of which must include:

• GCSE in Maths at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent
• GCSE in English Language at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent
• GCSE in Science (Biology/Chemistry) at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent
• GCSE in one other subject

Certificates of qualifications must be provided prior to interview stage to be verified by the Education Provider and confirmation of eligibility.

If you're hardworking, committed, and passionate about Pharmacy, this apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Excellent communication skills and a passion for helping others are essential, as you’ll be working closely with patients and our healthcare team.

We are looking for people who are excited to grow, learn, and be part of a dynamic team.

***Please see the attached supporting document/s (JD) which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

Note: ensure any supporting statements align with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Be able to undertake the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians
• 4 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above including Maths, English Language Science (Biology/Chemistry) and one other subject
• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or Counter Assistant Qualification

Experience, Skills and Abilities

• Customer service experience in the workplace
• Pharmacy experience
• Working in an NHS or equivalent healthcare environment
• Excellent communication skills on both a written and verbal basis
• Ability to commit a significant amount of study in own time (min 8-10 hours per week)
• Able to work in patient facing environments, e.g., talking to patients on wards

We support the NHS Flex for the Future pledge

We welcome conversations about flexible working from day one, including options such as adjusted hours, compressed hours and other arrangements. If flexibility matters to you, please talk to us - we’ll be happy to explore what’s possible for the role and the service.

Your recruitment team

Your recruitment team
The NHS South West London Recruitment Hub is your dedicated recruitment team, here to support you at every stage of the process. If you have a query, please contact us:
E: krft.askrecruitment@nhs.net

Your application

Your application
Please ensure your supporting statement clearly reflects the job description and person specification, as shortlisting will be based on these criteria.

Please refer to the latest UKVI guidance and ensure you have the appropriate right to work before applying for this role.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

Use of Artificial Intelligence
We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to draft your application. We value authentic, individual responses that reflect your own experience and communication style.

References

References
Please provide a minimum of 3 years’ employment and/or education history, including professional email addresses (not personal accounts such as Hotmail or Gmail). If you cannot provide these, please inform the interview panel to avoid delays in pre-employment checks.

Closing date

Closing date
To help us manage recruitment efficiently, some vacancies may close early once we have received a sufficient number of applications.

Shortlisting

Shortlisting
If you are successfully shortlisted, you will be contacted by email or SMS from the South West London Recruitment Hub. Please check your registered TRAC email regularly.

Application feedback

Application feedback
If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Safeguarding and DBS Checks

Safeguarding and DBS Checks
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. For roles with direct access to these groups, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. All staff are expected to understand and uphold their safeguarding responsibilities as part of their role.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Name Kunali Patel Job title Senior Pharmacist E&T Email address kunali.patel@nhs.net Telephone number 020 8934 3365 Additional information.

For more information please contact: Kunali Patel , Senior Pharmacist education and training on 0208934 3365 or email kunali.patel@nhs.net.

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