Job Summary
Pre-registration Pharmacy Technician (Training post - Annex 21)**
This post is a fixed term training contract of 24 months. The training post provides the opportunity to gain the required experience and qualification(s) needed to register as a pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Under Annex 21 Terms and Conditions the salary will be as follows:
Months 1-12 70% of the top of Band 4 pay scale, followed by Months 13-24 75% of the top of Band 4 pay scale.
During the two-year training you will be expected to gain experience reflecting the changing and growing roles of the Pharmacy Technician.
Successful completion of the programme enables you to apply to the General Pharmaceutical Council for registration as a pharmacy technician and to apply for jobs as a pharmacy technician.
Pharmacy technicians develop a high level of expertise in relation to medicines and health and they work as part of healthcare teams in hospitals, manufacturing units, community pharmacies and GP practices. They focus on management and use of medicines to make sure all types of people get the best outcomes from their medicines. They lead teams delivering medicines service.
Welsh Desirable (Level 1 or above in Speaking/Listening)
This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable at Level 1 Speaking/Listening. This doesn't mean you have to be 'fluent' or be able to write long reports in Welsh; it just means being hold to simple conversations with patient.
Main duties of the job
If you are accurate, methodical, caring and interested in health and wellbeing then this could be the opportunity for you.
We are looking for forward thinking, enthusiastic, organised and motivated individuals to join our dynamic and motivated Pharmacy team at the Princess of Wales Hospital.
This post is a fixed term training contract of 24 months. The training post provides the opportunity to gain the required experience and qualification(s) needed to register as a pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Under Annex 21 Terms and Conditions the salary will be as follows:
Months 1-12 70% of the top of Band 4 pay scale, followed by Months 13-24 75% of the top of Band 4 pay scale.
During the two-year training you will be expected to gain experience reflecting the changing and growing roles of the Pharmacy Technician.
The role of the Pharmacy technician is varied and interesting and continuously developing new roles, which is why we are offering this opportunity to explore this innovative role in a rotational training programme. You will gain experience in a Hospital setting dispensing for In-patients and Out-patients, Purchasing and Distribution and ward based work.
About Us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
We Live By Our Core Values:
We listen, learn and improve
We treat everyone with respect
We all work together as one team
We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve.
Details
Date posted
17 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£26,928 to £29,551 a year Annex 21 Band 4 - 70% progressing to 75% after 12 months
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
2 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
110-ACS162-0625
Job locations
Princess of Wales Hospital
Coity Road
Bridgend
CF31 1RQ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The job description attached refers to the position that you would be working towards during the 2 year training period. Salary will be paid as per the Annex 21 of the Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions.
Those that currently hold the Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy services, NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy services or equivalent qualificationwill not be considered.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The job description attached refers to the position that you would be working towards during the 2 year training period. Salary will be paid as per the Annex 21 of the Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions.
Those that currently hold the Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy services, NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy services or equivalent qualificationwill not be considered.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
4 GCSEs grade Ato C including English, Maths and Science (new grades 9-4) or equivalent
Experience
Essential
Experience of working with people
Desirable
Previous pharmacy experience
Experience of working in a team
Essential
Aptitude and Abilities Skills
Good communication skills (verbal and written)
Able to work as part of a team
Able to work to procedures
Organisational and time management skills
Accurate and consistent in work application
Attention to detail
Computer skills (including word processing and data entry)
Numeracy and literacy skills
Desirable
Ability to speak welsh to a satisfactory level
Familiarity with drug names and pharmacy terminology
Personal Qualities
Essential
Highly motivated
Looking for a challenge and learn new things
Approachable and professional manner
Ability to remain calm in a busy environment
Committed to continuing professional development
Embraces the following values: dignity, respect, fairness, integrity, caring, kindness and compassion
Desirable
Has a professional development plan
Circumstances
Essential
Ability to travel to various sites off site if required within the locality
Ability to attend training venues outside of the locality
Person Specification
Essential
Ability to travel to various sites off site if required within the locality
Ability to attend training venues outside of the locality
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
Princess of Wales Hospital
Coity Road
Bridgend
CF31 1RQ
Employer's website
https://joinctm.wales/(Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
Princess of Wales Hospital
Coity Road
Bridgend
CF31 1RQ
Employer's website
https://joinctm.wales/(Opens in a new tab)
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