Pharmacy Technician

We have an exciting opportunity for a

Pharmacy Technician in Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust to join the Pharmacy

Aseptics Department at Pinderfields General Hospital. You will be responsible

for supporting the delivery of a high-quality pharmaceutical service across the

Trust, undertaking a wide range of duties within dispensary and ward

environments while contributing to effective medicines management systems. You

will be responsible for accurately checking dispensed items as an accredited

checker, ensuring safe and timely supply of medicines to patients, wards,

departments, and external healthcare organisations. You will play a key role in

maintaining efficient pharmacy operations, supporting the delivery of

patient-focused services, and supervising the work of staff within the Patient

Services section to ensure safe, effective, and consistent practice

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician

you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of professional

conduct and ensuring your practice reflects the values and expectations of the

Trust. You will be responsible for presenting yourself in a professional manner

in accordance with Trust policies, while supporting a positive and respectful

working environment for colleagues, patients, and service users. You will be

managing effective working relationships with a diverse range of individuals,

demonstrating courtesy, professionalism, and respect for equality and inclusion

at all times. You will support the delivery of a patient-centred service by

upholding patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality, ensuring every

individual is treated with respect and compassion throughout their care journey

About us

• Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges

Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave

Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want

Details

Date posted

21 July 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£17.13 an hour

Contract

Bank

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time,

Part-time,

Flexible working

Reference number

M0042-90209

Job locations

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Pinderfields General Hospital

Aberford Road

Wakefield

WF14DG

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

TO provide senior technical support within the pharmacy team by

deputising for Specialist Technicians when required, assisting with the

coordination of specialist activities and ensuring appropriate cover

arrangements are maintained during periods of absence.

TO oversee the allocation and completion of

delegated tasks among Pharmacy Technicians, Student Technicians, and Pharmacy

Assistants, providing guidance and monitoring adherence to departmental

procedures, documentation requirements, and competency standards.

TO carry out the preparation of sterile and

non-sterile medicinal products, including chemotherapy and parenteral

nutrition, by following approved procedures, completing accurate calculations,

and applying required technical skills within controlled working environments.

TO assist clinical pharmacy teams with medicines

optimisation processes by contributing to medication history taking, discharge

preparation, patient counselling support, and communication with healthcare

professionals involved in ongoing patient care.

TO undertake the dispensing and management of

complex medication supplies, including controlled drugs, clinical trial

medicines, specialist medicines, and other regulated products, ensuring

accurate records and compliance with relevant procedures.

TO contribute to pharmacy service development by supporting training

activities, identifying opportunities for improving working practices,

promoting efficient use of resources, and participating in quality and safety

initiatives.

Job responsibilities

TO provide senior technical support within the pharmacy team by

deputising for Specialist Technicians when required, assisting with the

coordination of specialist activities and ensuring appropriate cover

arrangements are maintained during periods of absence.

TO oversee the allocation and completion of

delegated tasks among Pharmacy Technicians, Student Technicians, and Pharmacy

Assistants, providing guidance and monitoring adherence to departmental

procedures, documentation requirements, and competency standards.

TO carry out the preparation of sterile and

non-sterile medicinal products, including chemotherapy and parenteral

nutrition, by following approved procedures, completing accurate calculations,

and applying required technical skills within controlled working environments.

TO assist clinical pharmacy teams with medicines

optimisation processes by contributing to medication history taking, discharge

preparation, patient counselling support, and communication with healthcare

professionals involved in ongoing patient care.

TO undertake the dispensing and management of

complex medication supplies, including controlled drugs, clinical trial

medicines, specialist medicines, and other regulated products, ensuring

accurate records and compliance with relevant procedures.

TO contribute to pharmacy service development by supporting training

activities, identifying opportunities for improving working practices,

promoting efficient use of resources, and participating in quality and safety

initiatives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent qualification.
• Accredited Checking Technician qualification with relevant certification.
• Significant post-qualification experience in pharmacy services.
• Experience in dispensing, medicines management, aseptic preparation, and ward top-up services.
• Strong attention to detail with good communication and teamwork skills. This is part of Regulation 22 and we want to ensure we give candidates the heads up to have their qualifications ready to prevent delays when we onboard at Trust ID stage.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent qualification.
• Accredited Checking Technician qualification with relevant certification.
• Significant post-qualification experience in pharmacy services.
• Experience in dispensing, medicines management, aseptic preparation, and ward top-up services.
• Strong attention to detail with good communication and teamwork skills. This is part of Regulation 22 and we want to ensure we give candidates the heads up to have their qualifications ready to prevent delays when we onboard at Trust ID stage.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website .

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website .

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Pinderfields General Hospital

Aberford Road

Wakefield

WF14DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Pinderfields General Hospital

Aberford Road

Wakefield

WF14DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

TO provide senior technical support within the pharmacy team by

deputising for Specialist Technicians when required, assisting with the

coordination of specialist activities and ensuring appropriate cover

arrangements are maintained during periods of absence.

TO oversee the allocation and completion of

delegated tasks among Pharmacy Technicians, Student Technicians, and Pharmacy

Assistants, providing guidance and monitoring adherence to departmental

procedures, documentation requirements, and competency standards.

TO carry out the preparation of sterile and

non-sterile medicinal products, including chemotherapy and parenteral

nutrition, by following approved procedures, completing accurate calculations,

and applying required technical skills within controlled working environments.

TO assist clinical pharmacy teams with medicines

optimisation processes by contributing to medication history taking, discharge

preparation, patient counselling support, and communication with healthcare

professionals involved in ongoing patient care.

TO undertake the dispensing and management of

complex medication supplies, including controlled drugs, clinical trial

medicines, specialist medicines, and other regulated products, ensuring

accurate records and compliance with relevant procedures.

TO contribute to pharmacy service development by supporting training

activities, identifying opportunities for improving working practices,

promoting efficient use of resources, and participating in quality and safety

initiatives.

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent qualification.
• Accredited Checking Technician qualification with relevant certification.
• Significant post-qualification experience in pharmacy services.
• Experience in dispensing, medicines management, aseptic preparation, and ward top-up services.
• Strong attention to detail with good communication and teamwork skills. This is part of Regulation 22 and we want to ensure we give candidates the heads up to have their qualifications ready to prevent delays when we onboard at Trust ID stage.