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Band 3
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Pre-Registration Science Manufacturing Technician Apprentice

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation TrustRoyal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 5BE, United Kingdom£25,760 - £31,157Closes 03/09/2026

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Band
Band 3
Contract
Permanent
Pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Posted
20/08/2026
Closes
03/09/2026

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Role summary

This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity within the Pharmacy Aseptic Services team, focusing on the preparation and dispensing of chemotherapy treatments. You will gain hands-on experience in an aseptic unit, working under supervision to reconstitute drugs, perform checks, and prepare materials. The role involves undertaking a Science Manufacturing [contact details removed], including study sessions and off-the-job training. You will develop essential skills and competencies for a career in aseptic services.

Essential criteria

  • Maths and English GCSE A-C or 4+
  • Substantial experience working in an Aseptic Unit

Desirable criteria

  • Pharmacy Level 2 NVQ or Apprenticeship
  • Science GCSE
  • Equality Diversity and Inclusion
  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
  • Maths and English GCSE A-C or 4+
  • Substantial experience working in an Aseptic Unit
  • Pharmacy Level 2 NVQ or Apprenticeship
  • Science GCSE
  • Equality Diversity and Inclusion
  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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Band 3 pay context

Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.

This advert: £25,760 – £31,157 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.

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Posted 10d ago · Closes in 5d

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Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pre-registration Science Manufacturing [contact details removed]ns within our Pharmacy Aseptic Services team

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a specialist aseptic unit, supporting the preparation and dispensing of chemotherapy treatments for day unit and ward patients.

Key Responsibilities:

Working under the supervision of experienced professionals, you will be involved in:

  • Reconstitution of cytotoxic and monoclonal antibody drugs
  • Performing pre- and in-process checks
  • Supervising pharmacy assistants
  • Preparing worksheets and labels
  • Assembling drugs and consumables
  • Conducting environmental monitoring

Essential Criteria:

  • Significant prior experience working in an aseptic unit
  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English
  • Must have lived in the UK for at least three years
  • Must not be currently enrolled in another qualification

Desirable:

  • NVQ Level 2 / Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services

About the Apprenticeship:

Successful candidates will undertake the Science Manufacturing [contact details removed], which includes:

  • Attending study sessions and completing distance learning
  • Engaging in 20% off-the-job training
  • Completing online assignments and preparing for the End Point Assessment (EPA)

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