Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician Role with Sponsorship in Bedford | Apply Now

Location
Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
26,530 – 29,114 per year

About Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
They are passionate about developing talent and nurturing future healthcare professionals. Known for their supportive work environment, they blend hands-on training with quality education. Joining them means becoming part of a team that truly values career growth and teamwork while making a real difference in patient care across Bedfordshire.

Job details

Benefits

• Structured on-the-job training paired with distance learning to build your pharmacy skills
• Supportive team that values your growth and offers hands-on experience
• Exposure to a wide range of pharmacy services through rotational placements
• Regular access to study days and online forums to support your learning journey
• Friendly, multi-disciplinary environment where your contributions really matter

Requirements

• Four GCSEs including Maths, English Language, and two sciences at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent
• Commitment to completing the two-year Pharmacy Technician course and distance learning
• Good IT skills and ability to follow procedures carefully
• Positive attitude with strong communication and team working skills
• Able to manage time well, prioritise tasks, and work flexibly
• Willingness to engage fully with training sessions and study days

Salary Details

Annual salary range between 26,530 and 29,114 pounds depending on experience and qualifications

About the Role

This is your chance to jumpstart a career as a Pharmacy Technician through a blend of practical, on-the-job training and study leading to General Pharmaceutical Council registration. You will gain real-world experience across different pharmacy departments while developing the autonomy to work confidently and responsibly. This role fits perfectly if you’re keen on a supportive work environment that encourages career growth. You’ll learn to handle medicines safely, advise patients under supervision, and work alongside pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake distance learning combined with hands-on training to complete your pharmacy qualification and gain registration
• Rotate through different pharmaceutical service areas to build diverse skills and knowledge
• Collaborate with colleagues, tutors, and healthcare teams for a well-rounded learning experience
• Maintain safe working practices aligned with medicines legislation and health and safety laws
• Attend fortnightly meetings with your Educational Supervisor to track your progress and get feedback
• Participate actively in regional study days and online forums to broaden your knowledge

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary to ensure there are no relevant criminal convictions.

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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Equal Opportunity Statement

They are committed to equality and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join their diverse workforce.

Employer Details

• Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
• Contact: Available upon application

How To Apply
Interested in a career that supports your growth and offers hands-on learning in a supportive team? Don’t wait Apply Now to join Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and kickstart your journey as a Pharmacy Technician.