Assistant Technical Officer (Pharmacy Dispensary)- Weekend Vacancy

Main area Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer – Weekends Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent: Weekend – Saturday & Sunday (6 hours per day) Hours Part time – 12 hours per week Job ref 164-7683095

Employer: Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust; Employer type: NHS; Site: City Hospital campus and QMC campus; Town: Nottingham; Salary: £24,465 Per Annum (Pro Rata); Closing Date: 30/03/2026 23:59

Band 2Job overviewDue to department promotions, we are looking for enthusiastic and organised individuals to join our Pharmacy Dispensary service.

Under the supervision and support of a Pharmacy registered professional, the role will assist the Dispensary team to deliver a safe and high-quality service to our patients and customers. We are looking for a team player with a professional outlook who can demonstrate good customer service skills.

The post holder will work at either the City Hospital or QMC Campus. City campus weekend hours are 9am – 3pm Saturdays and Sundays and QMC campus weekend hours are 10am – 4pm Saturdays and Sundays. Full in house training will be provided, which will involve the completion of the pharmacy Support Worker Course – dispensing bundle if you do not already have an equivalent certificate.

Main duties of the jobWe are looking for applicants who are eager to learn, able to organise and prioritise their own work to meet deadlines and use their own initiative. Applicants will complete a pharmacy Support Worker Course – dispensing bundle (if not already obtained), which takes between 3 and 12 months to complete.

A high level of concentration is required for long periods of time. You will need to be committed and adaptable to change. A positive image of the Trust Pharmacy department should be demonstrated at all times while showing a commitment to support the organisation\’s values and behaviours.

Would be highly beneficial if applicant(s) are able to complete initial training during the week.

Working for our organisationWith over 20,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesPlease refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.

Training and Qualifications

4 GCSE\’s at grade D or above in English language, Maths and 2 other subjects

Possession of or working towards NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services and BTEC or a Buttercups Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship

Experience

Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team

Ability to perform and work under pressure

Experience of working in a pharmacy environment

Communication and Relationship skills

Able to communicate clearly verbally and electronically within a team

Good telephone manner

Able to relay accurate information

Analytical and Judgement skills

Able to follow instructions and standard operating procedures

Ability to work accurately and sustain concentration over short to long periods

Demonstrate the ability to work and concentrate whilst coping with interruption and distraction

Planning and Organisational skills

Able to prioritise tasks in accordance with department needs

Demonstrate ability to multitask

Organisation of a team or function e.g. Scouts/Guides, School or college event, voluntary work

Physical skills

Demonstrate basic keyboard skills (including Microsoft Office, use of internet and email)

Other role requirements

Flexible working hours, to be worked over 7 days as per local shifted rota

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust\’s \”We are here for you\” behavioural standards

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Equal OpportunitiesWe particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we comply with the UK Equality Act 2010.

All applicants who have declared a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the post will be shortlisted.

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