Pharmacy Technician (Medicines Management & ACT)
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 08/09/2026
- Closes
- 22/09/2026
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Role summary
This role is for a highly motivated Pharmacy Technician to join a supportive team at The Grange University Hospital. You will expand your knowledge, develop your career, and contribute to patient care within a fast-paced environment. The position involves working across various specialties like Intensive Care, Cardiology, and Paediatrics. While ACT and Medicines Management qualifications are required, GPhC registered technicians willing to train are welcome, with an Annex 21 contract during training. The role focuses on medicines management, patient communication, and supporting the daily running of the ward-based service.
Essential criteria
- Registered with GPhC (or due to be by Sept 2026)
- BTEC / NVQ Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Qualification
- ACT
- Medicines Management (DHX / MR)
- Evidence of CPD
- Hospital pharmacy experience
- Near patient pharmacy services
- Skills & Attributes
- Good inter-personal skills
- Organisational abilities
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure / to deadlines
- Highly motivated
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work
- Conscientious, responsible, reliable
- Can work alone or as part of a team
Desirable criteria
- Ability to travel between sites
- Qualifications, Knowledge & Registration
- Registered with GPhC (or due to be by Sept 2026)
- BTEC / NVQ Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Qualification
- ACT
- Medicines Management (DHX / MR)
- Evidence of CPD
- Hospital pharmacy experience
- Near patient pharmacy services
- Skills & Attributes
- Good inter-personal skills
- Organisational abilities
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure / to deadlines
- Highly motivated
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work
- Conscientious, responsible, reliable
- Can work alone or as part of a team
- Ability to travel between sites
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,557 – £39,631 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Pharmacy Technician (Medicines Management & ACT)
The closing date is 22 September 2026
Job summary
Are you ready for a new challenge in a fast-paced and rewarding environment? We are looking for a highly motivated Pharmacy Technician to become part of our supportive and forward-thinking team at The Grange University Hospital. As a valued member of our busy Pharmacy Department, you'll have the opportunity to expand your knowledge, develop your career, and make a meaningful impact on patient care while helping us shape the future of pharmacy services.
We encourage all candidates to arrange an informal visit to find out more about the post prior to application and interview. Get in touch now to discover how you can grow, develop, and make a difference with us!
Whilst ACT and Medicines Management qualifications are required for this post, we welcome applications from GPhC registered Pharmacy Technicians who wish to train and work towards these qualifications. During training, the contract will be Annex 21 of a Band 5 until qualifications are achieved.
The Grange University Hospital is a Specialist Critical Care Hospital which provides the opportunity for our Pharmacy Technicians to work across a range of specialties including Intensive Care, Cardiology, Haematology, Surgery, and Paediatrics. Pharmacy enjoys excellent multid
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