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• Free on-site parking
• Free refreshments
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

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Job overview

Apprentice Pharmacy Technician

Department: Pharmacy

Band  4 - Apprenticeship 

Hours: 37.5 per week (inclusive of 6 hours per week ‘off the job’ training time. All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

The Pharmacy Team are looking for a Pharmacy technician apprentice to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity to undertake the Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship, where you will learn a range of new knowledge, skills and behaviours.  As an essential member of the Pharmacy Team, you will work under the direction of registered Pharmacists, to provide Pharmaceutical care for patients. The duties are varied. It is not simply counting tablets or picking a box off the shelf. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated person who has a flexible approach to work, the ability to work alone and as part of a team. Basic keyboard/ computer skills, the ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, use judgement skills, decision making, good communication skills and a professional attitude. This is an excellent career opportunity for the right candidate.

The Apprenticeship programme will be delivered by our external NHS approved training provider. You will take part in interactive workshops and be assigned a tutor to support you throughout the programme, as well as receiving support from the MKUH team.

If successful, you will start this role in September 2025.

Interview date: 10^th July 2025

Main duties of the job

In line with Apprenticeship Funding rules, please only apply for this role if all of the below factors apply to you. If you are unsure of any of these, please email us on [email protected], highlighting the role you are applying for and what your query is.

-        You are 16 years old or over,

-        You have resided in the UK or EEA for at least the past 3 years,

-        You can produce evidence of your Maths, English and Science GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications,

-        You will not be in full time education at the point of starting this role,

-        You have not previously undertaken a Pharmacy qualification at level 3 or above

Contract terms

Apprenticeship roles at MKUH are Fixed Term for the duration of the training. For this role, the Term is 24 months. In year 1, you will be paid at the national apprentice rate and year 2, you will be paid versus your age in guidance with Government pay rates. If you are an existing member of staff, you may be eligible to remain on your current pay terms in line with Annex 30 of Agenda for Change. 

Versus our provider’s guidance, if candidates do not pass year 1 then they will not be able to go onto year 2, therefore impacting contract of employment. If year is not passed, then your apprentice contract will reflect this. You must also meet the MKUH standards and behaviours throughout. 

Working for our organisation

Upon completion, there will be no set role awaiting you, however you will be in a position to apply for posts available that match your new qualification. 

Please bring your Maths, English and Science certificates with you to interview, should you be invited. Please also ensure these are noted on your application.

We reserve the right to close posts early if we receive a sufficient volume of applications.  Unfortunately, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.  Candidates with a disability that meet the minimum criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Disclosure and Barring Service Checks may be required for new employees.

We are a Two Ticks employer and are committed to equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.