Trainee Science and Manufacturing Technician - Apprenticeship
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 04/09/2026
- Closes
- 18/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an apprenticeship-style role for a Trainee Science and Manufacturing Technician within the Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit. You will undertake a Level 3 Science and Manufacturing Technician (SMT) qualification over two years, gaining practical experience in preparing and supplying chemotherapy and other medicines. The role involves working with experienced pharmacy professionals in a specialised environment, contributing directly to patient care. Successful completion leads to registration as a Science Manufacturing Technician.
Essential criteria
- 5 GCSEs/or equivalent at grade A\* - C or 9-5 (must include Mathematics, English Language and Science)
- Ability to complete the Science and Manufacturing Technician qualification in the 2 year timeframe
Desirable criteria
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
- A Levels or equivalent
- Previous Experience
- Teamwork
- Pharmacy experience (hospital or community)
- Experience of training others
- Customer service
- Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion
- Role model our Trust values every day
- Commitment to study outside of working hours
- Physically able to carry out isolator manipulations
- Awareness of Science and Manufacturing Technician job role
- IT skills, including Microsoft Words and Excel
- Accurate
- Able to use initiative; proactive and self motivated
- Good time management
- Able to perform under pressure
- Qualifications/Training
- 5 GCSEs/or equivalent at grade A\* - C or 9-5 (must include Mathematics, English Language and Science)
- Ability to complete the Science and Manufacturing Technician qualification in the 2 year timeframe
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
- A Levels or equivalent
- Previous Experience
- Teamwork
- Pharmacy experience (hospital or community)
- Experience of training others
- Customer service
- Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion
- Role model our Trust values every day
- Commitment to study outside of working hours
- Physically able to carry out isolator manipulations
- Awareness of Science and Manufacturing Technician job role
- IT skills, including Microsoft Words and Excel
- Accurate
- Able to use initiative; proactive and self motivated
- Good time management
- Able to perform under pressure
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £28,392 – £31,157 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job summary
Are you interested in science, healthcare and medicines? East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is offering an exciting opportunity to join our Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit as a Trainee Science and Manufacturing Technician while undertaking a fully supported Level 3 Science and Manufacturing Technician (SMT) qualification. This two-year apprenticeship-style role combines practical workplace experience with specialist training, allowing you to develop the knowledge and skills required to become a registered SMT. You will work alongside experienced pharmacy professionals in a highly specialised environment, supporting the preparation and supply of chemotherapy and other medicines used to treat patients across the Trust. See Job description for Key responsibilities . We are looking for motivated individuals with GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science, strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a commitment to learning. Pharmacy experience is desirable but not essential.
Please note salary: Year 1 is 70% of top of band 4 and year 2 is 75% of top of band 4
At the heart of everything we do are our core values:Include,Respect, andImprove. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us.
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