Senior Pharmacy Technician Training in Aseptics Southampton: Apply Now

Location
Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
Dependent on experience, NHS Banding

About University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
They are one of the UK’s leading teaching hospitals, known for their world class facilities and supportive culture. With a brand new aseptic unit, they are creating an environment where pharmacy professionals can grow, thrive, and truly make a difference in patient care.

Job details

Benefits

• Career growth: structured training and development programmes
• Supportive team: a collaborative environment that values shared learning
• NHS pension scheme: secure retirement planning
• Generous leave: annual leave entitlement with opportunities to buy or sell days
• Wellbeing support: access to occupational health and staff wellbeing services

Requirements

• Registered pharmacy technician in the UK with GPhC or registered Science Manufacturing Technician
• GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 5–9 or equivalent (IELTS 7 if overseas)
• Additional pharmacy qualifications such as ACPT, PIPC, TAQA assessor, CIPS level 4, or equivalent supervisory experience
• Competency in aseptic unit operations with relevant in-house practice
• Experience supervising staff and delivering training in pharmacy settings
• Strong communication skills with healthcare and pharmacy colleagues
• Commitment to Trust values: Patient First, Always Improving, Working Together

Salary Details

This role offers NHS Agenda for Change banding in line with experience and qualifications, plus all NHS benefits.

About the Role

This is more than a technical post, it’s a chance to shape the future of aseptic services. The successful candidate will deliver training and assessments for pharmacy staff, ensuring that both new starters and apprentices are well supported. Alongside the training aspect, the role involves hands on aseptic work to keep technical skills sharp and to maintain high quality service delivery. By joining the aseptic team, you’ll be supporting patient safety and service efficiency, while also helping to build the next generation of skilled pharmacy professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structured training programmes for pharmacy staff, ensuring compliance and quality learning outcomes
• Support the onboarding of new staff, making transitions smooth and effective
• Maintain hands on technical expertise in aseptic services to uphold high standards
• Monitor and escalate concerns promptly to sustain safe service delivery
• Promote continuous improvement across aseptic practices, contributing to better patient outcomes
• Supervise apprenticeships and encourage skill development in junior staff

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They are committed to building a diverse workforce. Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds, and recruitment decisions are made solely on merit.

Employer Details

• Company Name: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YD
• Contact: Recruitment Team, University Hospital Southampton

Reference Number
UHS-TECH-0925

How To Apply
Don’t miss this opportunity to step into a role that blends training, aseptic expertise, and career growth. Apply now and move your pharmacy career forward.