Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician Role with Sponsorship in Merthyr Tydfil | Apply Now

Location
Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
26,928 to 29,551 per year

About Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
They’re not just a health board, they’re a team driven by purpose. Nestled in the heart of Wales, Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board serves a vibrant and diverse community. Their pharmacy team is on the front line of better health outcomes, leading change and creating a more supportive work environment. If you’re after more than just a job, this is where real impact starts.

Job details

Benefits

• Skilled Worker Sponsorship – Qualified international applicants are welcome
• 24-month paid training programme – Earn while you train with Annex 21 support
• Clear path to registration – Get qualified and registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Varied hospital rotation – Build experience across dispensary, purchasing, and ward-based care
• Supportive pharmacy team – Learn in a culture that values motivation, teamwork, and respect
• Ongoing professional development – Get guidance every step of the way

Requirements

• 4 GCSEs A* to C including English, Maths and Science (grades 9-4) or equivalent
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Solid computer and data entry skills
• Organised, accurate, and focused on detail
• Experience working with people in any capacity
• Willingness to travel and attend external training as needed
• Motivated, calm under pressure, and committed to learning
• Comfortable working within a team environment
• Interest in career growth within healthcare

Bonus if you’ve had pharmacy or team-based experience, or can understand or speak basic Welsh

Salary Details

This is an Annex 21 Band 4 training role. You’ll start at 70 percent of the full Band 4 salary and progress to 75 percent after 12 months. That means steady growth while you’re training.

About the Role

This 24-month training post is your launchpad into a growing and vital profession. As a pre-registration pharmacy technician, you’ll rotate through key areas in hospital pharmacy services. Expect hands-on experience in inpatient and outpatient dispensing, supply chain and purchasing, and real-time patient support on hospital wards. You’ll be trained to handle medicines safely and lead small teams that ensure patients receive the right treatment, at the right time. It’s a role where attention to detail, teamwork, and heart all matter.

This is a structured, supportive training path designed to help you register as a pharmacy technician with the GPhC. You’ll gain the real-world skills employers look for and the confidence to move straight into full-time technician roles upon completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense medicines for inpatients and outpatients with care and precision
• Rotate through purchasing and supply departments, learning inventory and procurement
• Support ward-based services by working directly with clinical teams
• Follow regulated pharmacy procedures to ensure safety and consistency
• Use pharmacy systems to log, manage, and report medication data accurately
• Work with and learn from senior technicians, pharmacists, and trainers
• Participate actively in a team committed to learning and patient safety
• Embrace professional values like fairness, kindness, and dignity in everyday work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. You’ll need to undergo a DBS check to make sure you’re cleared to work with vulnerable individuals.

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 welcome all applicants regardless of background or language. Whether you speak Welsh, English, or both, you’re encouraged to apply.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
• Address: Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales
• Contact: careers@ctmhealthcare.nhs.uk

Reference Number
PRT-ANNEX21-0525

How To Apply
The deadline is 1 June 2025. If you’re ready to start building your future in healthcare, don’t wait. Apply Now and secure your spot.