Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician in Hereford

Pre‑Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

Apply for the Pre‑Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician role at the Pharmacy Department, Hereford County Hospital, part of Wye Valley NHS Trust.

Job Summary

This is a full‑time, fixed‑term training post leading to a Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship. After two years of study and on‑the‑job training, you will be able to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a qualified Pharmacy Technician.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured training programme delivered in partnership with an accredited education provider.
• Gain hands‑on experience in the hospital pharmacy, including dispensary, aseptic services, pharmacy stores and ward‑based services.
• Support pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants in providing safe, effective and efficient pharmacy services.
• Balance work‑based learning and study time to meet educational and professional standards set by the GPhC.
• Complete a portfolio of evidence and pass assessments as part of your qualification.

Essential Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to concentrate with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic IT skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a high‑pressure environment.

Experience

• Experience in dealing with the public and with challenging situations.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a dispensary setting either in community or hospital.
• Pharmacy Services Skills Level 2 QCF Qualification or equivalent.

Education & Qualifications

• GCSE Maths at grade C (level 4 or above), English and Science at C (level 4 or above) and 3 other subjects at GCSE level at a minimum of grade C (level 4) or equivalent qualification.

Employment Details

• Date posted: 19 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 4
• Salary: 70% of Band 4 for year 1 and 75% of Band 4 for year 2
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 24 months
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Reference number: 229‑CS‑7332149
• Job location: Pharmacy Department, Hereford County Hospital, Union Walk, Hereford, HR1 2ER

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be made.

Employer Details

• Employer name: Wye Valley NHS Trust
• Address: Pharmacy Department, Hereford County Hospital, Union Walk, Hereford, HR1 2ER
• Website: https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/