Pharmacy Technician Role with Sponsorship in Southampton, Apply Now

Location
Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
Competitive

About University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
They’re not just a hospital. University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) is a community of innovators, carers, and forward-thinkers who put patients first. Every day, their team tackles healthcare’s toughest challenges with skill and heart. They’ve created a workplace where supportive work environments aren’t just promised, they’re lived. Whether you’re stepping into your first NHS role or bringing years of experience, this is where you’ll find career growth with purpose.

Job details

Benefits

• Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to support your move and start fresh
• Ongoing professional development with access to training and mentoring
• Team-based structure that makes support and shared learning a daily reality
• Direct patient impact in a role where your expertise makes a real difference
• Flexible working hours that help balance work and life

Requirements

• Registered as a pharmacy technician with the GPhC or working towards eligibility within six months
• Confident in accurate dispensing of medicines in hospital or community settings
• Comfortable engaging with patients and customers directly
• Proven commitment to learning with an up-to-date CPD portfolio
• GCSEs in Maths and English (grades A* to C), or equivalent
• For overseas applicants, IELTS score of 7 as required by GPhC

Bonus if you’ve got

• Hospital pharmacy or medicines management experience
• Skills in stock control, aseptic pharmacy, or use of JAC systems
• Supervisory qualifications or other additional certifications

Salary Details

Pay is competitive and based on experience, in line with NHS pay scales. The role falls within Band 4, offering financial security along with a robust pension scheme and paid holidays.

About the Role

You’ll join the Medicines Management Team at UHS, working at the heart of patient care in one of the UK’s leading hospitals. From the moment you step in, your work will matter. You’ll support clinical teams, patients, and families by ensuring medicines are managed, dispensed, and delivered accurately and on time.

It’s not just technical—it’s personal. Whether you’re streamlining stock for a ward or resolving a medication query, your actions shape the recovery journey of real people. And in a place like UHS, you’re never left to figure it all out alone. They’ve got your back.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on immediate start jobs UK, enjoys fast-paced environments, and wants a role where they’re more than just a cog in the wheel.

Key Responsibilities

• Support patients and wards with timely, accurate medicine dispensing
• Maintain high standards of stock control to ensure continuity of care
• Collaborate with pharmacy and clinical teams to improve service delivery
• Deliver clear, compassionate communication with patients and staff
• Support junior staff and participate in training activities
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused culture that always puts patients first

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service in line with safeguarding standards.

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 applications from all backgrounds. The Trust is committed to fairness, inclusion, and a workplace where every individual is respected.

Employer Details

• Company Name: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Tremona Road, Southampton, Hampshire SO16 6YD
• Contact: Recruitment Team, careers@uhs.nhs.uk

Reference Number
UHS/PHARMTECH/0725

How To Apply
This role is filling fast. If you’ve got the qualifications and a heart for patient care, apply today and take the next step in your pharmacy career.