Pre-Registration Science Manufacturing Technician Apprentice
At a glance
- 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).
Useful to know
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.
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)
On-the-job training will be provided to support you in dev
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