At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our pharmacy team and rotate through various sections, gaining hands-on experience.
- Company: Be part of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, a leading healthcare provider.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, staff discounts, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace that values diversity and offers excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Registered Pharmacy Technician with strong attention to detail and teamwork skills.
The predicted salary is between 28392 - 31157 £ per year.
This post provides a unique opportunity to join the pharmacy team at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for a highly motivated, adaptable and conscientious full-time registered Pharmacy Technician to join our existing team of Technicians, Assistants and Pharmacists. You must have an eye for detail, work with a high level of accuracy and have effective interpersonal skills.
As a key member of the Trust, you’ll be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients when they need it most.
About the Role
The role will require you to work in various sections of the pharmacy department undertaking technician duties on a rotational basis (Dispensary, Aseptic services, Procurement) whilst demonstrating professional attitudes and behaviours in line with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) ‘Standards for Pharmacy Professionals’. The post will be rotational, and involve the successful candidate working in our Dispensary, the Aseptic unit and other areas such as Procurement. Prior hospital experience is desirable but not essential. Successful candidates will be given full training and development in order to fulfil specialist duties for this post.
Duties will include:
- Labelling, dispensing and final accuracy checking of prescriptions
- Receiving and issuing prescriptions
- Assisting with the day-to-day supervision and co-ordination of aseptic preparation, dispensing and checking activities
- Preparation of injectable medicines using aseptic technique in pharmaceutical isolators
- Assisting with the day-to-day ordering of standard medicines
- Assisting with the processing of invoices, and escalating discrepancies
- Assisting the Procurement Technician and Lead Procurement Technician with projects designed to improve auditability and/or efficiency
We are a department that is committed to the expanding role of technicians, and you will gain experience in many aspects of hospital pharmacy practice in our busy department. The full job description outlines the key areas of responsibility for the role and the person specification details the qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience required.
For more information on the Job Description please view the attachment linked to the advert.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week
Interview Date: Tuesday 8th of September 2026
For further information please contact: Beverley Taylor, Lead Technician for Education and Training, Tel 01392 403406, email Beverley.taylor4@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities. Our values are at the heart of everything we do.
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit:
- You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
- You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme.
Salary Band: £28,392 - £31,157 per annum pro rata
Frequency: Annual
Vacancy Reference: 185-441-14036
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 3 September, 2026
Job Category: Pharmacy Staff Group Additional Professional Scientific and Technical
Rotational Pharmacy Technician in Exeter employer: Royal Devon
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a commitment to diversity and a culture that fosters belonging, staff enjoy generous benefits such as 27 days of annual leave, access to comprehensive occupational health services, and opportunities for further education and training. Located in the beautiful regions of Exeter and Barnstaple, employees can benefit from a healthy work-life balance while contributing to world-class healthcare services for the local community.
