Pharmacy Assistant - Pharmacy Repackaging Unit
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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust Pharmacy Assistant - Pharmacy Repackaging Unit
The closing date is 08 November 2026
Job summary
Farnham Pharmaceutical Repackaging Unit
(Located in North Lane, Aldershot close to A331)
The Pharmacy Repackaging Unit based in Aldershot , close to the A331, currently supplies Frimley Park and many other hospitals with pre-packs and emergency kits.
You will join our very busy team supplying hospital pharmacies, accident and emergency units and out-patient clinics with patient ready packs.
No previous experience is necessary, full training will be given.
Main duties of the job
- To undertake a range of production duties under the management of the above, in a manner which ensures a quality service to customers.
- To be responsible for receipt and distribution of pharmaceuticals ensuring good stock control within the unit.
About us
Visa Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the contract.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme.
We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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Details
Date posted
02 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£26,618 a year per annum incl HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
151-SL0631-A
Job locations
Farnham Pharmaceutical Repack Unit
Manawey Business Park, 14 Holder Road
Aldershot
GU12 4RH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
PRODUCTION:
To work in the Repackaging Unit under the direction of the Chief Technician/Production Manager.To pre-pack bulk pharmaceuticals into A&E packs, OPD packs and ward packs for all customers of the unit, using appropriate packaging equipment.To observe the requirements of good manufacturing practice (GMP) as demonstrated during training in order to uphold Medicines and HealthcareRegulatory Agency (MHRA) assembly licence.To overlabel pre-packed medicines for A&E, OPD and Clinic use for allcustomers of the unit.To observe COSHH regulations when pre-packing and storing bulkpharmaceuticals.To adhere to current procedures and keep up to date with procedurechanges in line with MHRA inspections and departmental changes.
For full details of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PRODUCTION:
To work in the Repackaging Unit under the direction of the Chief Technician/Production Manager.To pre-pack bulk pharmaceuticals into A&E packs, OPD packs and ward packs for all customers of the unit, using appropriate packaging equipment.To observe the requirements of good manufacturing practice (GMP) as demonstrated during training in order to uphold Medicines and HealthcareRegulatory Agency (MHRA) assembly licence.To overlabel pre-packed medicines for A&E, OPD and Clinic use for allcustomers of the unit.To observe COSHH regulations when pre-packing and storing bulkpharmaceuticals.To adhere to current procedures and keep up to date with procedurechanges in line with MHRA inspections and departmental changes.
For full details of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- English and Maths GCSE or equiv
Desirable
- Knowledge of pharmaceuticals
Competencies
Essential
- Attention to detail
Desirable
- Stock control experience
Experience
Essential
- To be able to work unsupervised as well as part of a team. Understanding 'stock control'. To be able to follow laid down procedures.
Desirable
- Ability to complete detailed documentation. Computer stock control and stock rotation. Receipt and issue of goods.
Qualifications
Essential
- English and Maths GCSE or equiv
Desirable
- Knowledge of pharmaceuticals
Competencies
Essential
- Attention to detail
Desirable
- Stock control experience
Experience
Essential
- To be able to work unsupervised as well as part of a team. Understanding 'stock control'. To be able to follow laid down procedures.
Desirable
- Ability to complete detailed documentation. Computer stock control and stock rotation. Receipt and issue of goods.
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
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Farnham Pharmaceutical Repack Unit
Manawey Business Park, 14 Holder Road
Aldershot
GU12 4RH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Farnham Pharmaceutical Repack Unit
Manawey Business Park, 14 Holder Road
Aldershot
GU12 4RH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Pharmacy Production Manager
Jan Ingle
01252313268
Details
Date posted
02 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£26,618 a year per annum incl HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
151-SL0631-A
Job locations
Farnham Pharmaceutical Repack Unit
Manawey Business Park, 14 Holder Road
Aldershot
GU12 4RH
United Kingdom
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