Band 4 - Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (Apprenticeship)

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West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Band 4 - Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (Apprenticeship)

The closing date is 12 November 2026

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Job summary

We have an excellent training opportunity for a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (PTPT) at Watford General Hospital and St Albans City Hospital.

This role will provide you with comprehensive training, and you may be required to work at either site to gain diverse experience.

As a post holder, you will participate in the rotational training programme for pre-registration trainee pharmacy technicians.

This is a two-year apprenticeship, consisting of one day per week dedicated to study and four days of work-based learning.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ

Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. We are unable to offer a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for this position.

Main duties of the job

Upon completion of the two-year programme, you will earn a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians, qualifying you to register as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

This qualification opens the door to a diverse range of rewarding career paths across healthcare settings, including hospitals, community pharmacies, the prison service, Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs), and GP practices.

About us

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please [email protected] If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Details

Date posted

29 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£29,812 to £32,715 a year

70% salary in year 1, 75% salary in year 2 inc HCA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time,

Flexible working

Reference number

360-C-11968

Job locations

Cross Site

Watford

WD18 0HB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To develop the knowledge, skills and show competencies in the following: Medication dispensing and checking. Medication storage and destruction. Medication distribution. Drug history taking. Medicines reconciliation. Medication counselling. Adhere to the requirements of current legal, professional and ethically standards.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To develop the knowledge, skills and show competencies in the following: Medication dispensing and checking. Medication storage and destruction. Medication distribution. Drug history taking. Medicines reconciliation. Medication counselling. Adhere to the requirements of current legal, professional and ethically standards.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications:

Essential

• 4 GCSE's including maths, English and science grade C or above (4 or above).
• Must not hold a Level 3 qualification or above in the same training subject.
• Not already in formal government funded education.

Desirable

• Studied to AS or A level standard / undertaken further education NVQ or BTEC level 2 in a GPhC recognised qualification e.g. Pharmacy Services.

Knowledge:

Essential

• Personal time management.
• Working with SOP's.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the NHS Long term Plan and the NHS structure.
• Understanding of the NHS vision & values.
• Understanding of COSHH for handling of hazardous pharmaceuticals.

Experience:

Essential

• Customer service.
• Pharmacy experience.
• Team working.

Desirable

• Health service experience.
• Pharmacy experience in any sector.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications:

Essential

• 4 GCSE's including maths, English and science grade C or above (4 or above).
• Must not hold a Level 3 qualification or above in the same training subject.
• Not already in formal government funded education.

Desirable

• Studied to AS or A level standard / undertaken further education NVQ or BTEC level 2 in a GPhC recognised qualification e.g. Pharmacy Services.

Knowledge:

Essential

• Personal time management.
• Working with SOP's.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the NHS Long term Plan and the NHS structure.
• Understanding of the NHS vision & values.
• Understanding of COSHH for handling of hazardous pharmaceuticals.

Experience:

Essential

• Customer service.
• Pharmacy experience.
• Team working.

Desirable

• Health service experience.
• Pharmacy experience in any sector.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Cross Site

Watford

WD18 0HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Cross Site

Watford

WD18 0HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Pharmacy Dispensary Manager

Jenny Puddle

[email protected]

01923217731

Details

Date posted

29 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£29,812 to £32,715 a year

70% salary in year 1, 75% salary in year 2 inc HCA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time,

Flexible working

Reference number

360-C-11968

Job locations

Cross Site

Watford

WD18 0HB

United Kingdom

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