Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician - Apprenticeship

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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 you'll 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 you're ready for a challenge and want to help us continue delivering exceptional pharmacy care, apply today!

***Please see the attached supporting document/s (JD) which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

Note: ensure any supporting statements align with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• 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 criteria

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or Counter Assistant Qualification

Experience, Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria

• 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

We support the NHS Flex for the Future pledge

We welcome conversations about flexible working from day one, including options such as adjusted hours, compressed hours and other arrangements. If flexibility matters to you, please talk to us - we'll be happy to explore what's possible for the role and the service.

Your recruitment team
The NHS South West London Recruitment Hub is your dedicated recruitment team, here to support you at every stage of the process. If you have a query, please contact us:
E: krft.askrecruitment@nhs.net

Your application
Please ensure your supporting statement clearly reflects the job description and person specification, as shortlisting will be based on these criteria.

Please refer to the latest UKVI guidance and ensure you have the appropriate right to work before applying for this role.

Use of Artificial Intelligence
We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to draft your application. We value authentic, individual responses that reflect your own experience and communication style.

References
Please provide a minimum of 3 years' employment and/or education history, including professional email addresses (not personal accounts such as Hotmail or Gmail). If you cannot provide these, please inform the interview panel to avoid delays in pre-employment checks.

Closing date
To help us manage recruitment efficiently, some vacancies may close early once we have received a sufficient number of applications.

Shortlisting
If you are successfully shortlisted, you will be contacted by email or SMS from the South West London Recruitment Hub. Please check your registered TRAC email regularly.

Application feedback
If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Safeguarding and DBS Checks
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. For roles with direct access to these groups, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. All staff are expected to understand and uphold their safeguarding responsibilities as part of their role.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Kingston

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £30,630 and £32,346 Per Year

Published at

23-10-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No