Job summary

24 Month contract

An Apprentice Pharmacy Technician role offers an excellent earn while you learn opportunity, combining practical workplace experience with a Level 3 training programme that leads to qualification as a registered healthcare professional.

Working under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, you will develop the knowledge and skills needed to support the safe and effective delivery of pharmacy services.

Day-to-day responsibilities include accurately dispensing and labelling medication, assembling prescriptions, managing pharmaceutical stock and monitoring expiry dates, maintaining confidential patient records, and following pharmacy Standard Operating Procedures. You will also support patient care by advising individuals on the safe use of their medications and referring more complex medical queries to the pharmacist when appropriate.

Main duties of the job

The purpose of an Apprentice Pharmacy Technician role is to develop the skills, knowledge, and professional competence required to safely prepare, dispense, and supply medications under the supervision of registered healthcare professionals.

This earn while you learn opportunity allows apprentices to balance hands-on workplace experience with academic study, working towards becoming a fully qualified and registered Pharmacy Technician.

The role combines practical on-the-job training with structured off-the-job learning, such as college day-release sessions, as part of an accredited Level 3 apprenticeship programme. Apprentices are also required to build competency portfolios, gather workplace evidence, and complete assignments in line with the standards set by the General Pharmaceutical Council GPhC.

The post holder should hold 4 x GCSEs at grade C, 4 or higher including Maths, English and x1 Science.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility.GOV.UK www.gov.uk

All band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship. The trust no longer supports HCSW band 3 roles with sponsorship