Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician – Apprenticeship
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation TrustKingston, London
Overview
This is a NHS role (apprenticeship) with Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust based in Kingston. The advertised salary is £30,630 to £32,346. Applications close on 3 November 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
2 YEAR TRAINING CONTRACT TO START FEBRUARY 2027 Are you passionate about Pharmacy healthcare and eager to make a real difference in patients' lives? K...
The apprenticeship involves a blend of practical, hands-on experience and comprehensive theoretical learning. You'll get experience by rotating through key areas of our busy pharmacy department, including Inpatient Dispensary, Stores & Distribution, Ward Medicines Management Service, and Community Pharmacy. As part of your apprenticeship, you'll receive full support and supervision, with a dedicated day each week for virtual classroom lessons. This ensures that you not only get practical skills but also the knowledge to excel in your role.
Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be eligible to register as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). As a qualified Pharmacy Technician, you'll take an active role in preparing medicines and guiding patients on how to use them effectively, playing a key part in the healthcare journey.
A minimum of 4 GCSEs, three of which must include:
- GCSE in Maths at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent
- GCSE in English Language at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent
- GCSE in Science (Biology/Chemistry) at grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent
- GCSE in one other subject
Certificates of qualifications must be provided prior to interview stage to be verified by the Education Provider and confirmation of eligibility.
If you're hardworking, committed, and passionate about Pharmacy, this apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Excellent communication skills and a passion for helping others are essential, as youll be working closely with patients and our healthcare team.
We are looking for people who are excited to grow, learn, and be part of a dynamic team. If youre ready for a challenge and want to help us continue delivering exceptional pharmacy care, apply today!
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- Supportive Environment: You will be welcomed into a close-knit, friendly team where development and growth are our priorities.
- Diversity and Inclusion: The hospital strives to create an inclusive and diverse workforce, ensuring that all staff feel respected, valued, and supported regardless of their background.
- Opportunities for development: The Pharmacy department offers opportunities for continuous learning and professional development. Staff have access to training, development programs, and career progression opportunities.
Essential: - Be able to undertake the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians; - 4 GCSE's (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above including Maths, English Language Science (Biology/Chemistry) and one other subject
Desirable: - NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or Counter Assistant Qualification
Essential: - Customer service experience in the workplace; - Pharmacy experience; - Working in an NHS or equivalent healthcare environment; - Excellent communication skills on both a written and verbal basis; - Ability to commit a significant amount of study in own time (min 8-10 hours per week); - Able to work in patient facing environments, e.g., talking to patients on wards
How this role compares
We hold 1,208 NHS vacancies in London that publish a salary, and their median advertised starting figure is £46,650. This role pays less than about 88% of them.
There are 12,687 NHS roles open across the UK on GovJobs right now, 1,656 of them in London.
You have 13 days left to apply. NHS adverts we hold typically run for around 14 days, so this is about the usual amount of time.
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust has 13 other vacancies open on GovJobs, with a breakdown of what they pay and the kinds of roles they recruit for.
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