Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

>Job summary Start Date: February 2027 We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Primary Care Network (PCN) pharmacy team as a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician. This is a fixed-term 24 month apprenticeship. Throughout the programme, you will gain hands-on experience across both primary care (GP practices) and community pharmacy, working under the supervision of experienced pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. The role involves weekly rotations between settings, giving you broad exposure to different aspects of pharmacy practice Working towards a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians, delivered through day release study at Bradford College. The course includes virtual classroom teaching led by college tutors and experienced healthcare professionals from the field. Applicants must meet the minimum entry requirement of four GCSEs (grade 4/C or above) or equivalent, including Maths, English, and Science. You will also be expected to complete a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate competency in line with the apprenticeship and registration standards. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a qualified Pharmacy Technician. The role commences in February 2027, subject to college placement confirmation and satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in order to comply with the NHS Employment Check Standards. Main duties of the job Main duties of the job Role Overview Under the guidance of registered Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians and as part of multidisciplinary healthcare teams, Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician Apprentices will support the safe preparation and supply of medicines to meet the needs of patients in both Community Pharmacy and Primary Care settings. Throughout the placement, you will be expected to demonstrate a high standard of professionalism showing respect, discretion, and confidentiality in all aspects of your work. You will contribute positively to team dynamics, maintain a safe working environment, and play an active role in supporting patient safety, particularly through the accurate preparation and dispensing of medicines. You should be hardworking, reliable, and a strong team player with good interpersonal skills. Effective communication is vital, as is the ability to recognise and work within the boundaries of your current competence and training. This role is offered on a fixed-term contract for 24 months to support completion of the apprenticeship training programme. The fixed-term status will be reviewed in line with organisational policy and relevant employment legislation. To be eligible for this apprenticeship, applicants must have been a resident of the UK, EU, or EEA for at least the last three years. The training post is salaried at 70% of the top of Band 4 in Year 1, rising to 75% in Year 2, in line with Annex 21 of the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service. About us About us Barnsley has established one super Primary Care Network of over 250,000 patients which includes all of GP practices across Barnsley. This is supported by six Neighbourhood Networks building on our successful and existing model of neighbourhood working; this enables us to maintain and focus on the specific needs of each local area whilst allowing integration at a borough wide level. Working within the Primary Care Network you will benefit from having a large team of peers to collaborate and learn from, as well as experiencing the benefits of having ownership of the role within your small practice setting. Details Date posted 05 November 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Fixed term Duration 24 months Working pattern Flexible working Reference number B0243-26-0061 Job locations B H F Priory Centre Pontefract Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 5PN United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Community Pharmacy responsibilities: Work under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacy professional and liaise effectively with other members of the pharmacy team. Consistently adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures in the pharmacy setting. Gain a thorough understanding of Medicines Optimisation and the valuable role Pharmacy Technicians play in delivering Community Pharmacy services through direct patient interaction. Assist the Pharmacist in the retrieval and handling of electronic prescriptions, following SOP guidelines. Receive prescriptions, verify their legality and validity, and guide patients in completing relevant declarations. Use the pharmacys dispensing system to maintain accurate Patient Medication Records and generate labels. Dispense a range of prescriptions, including NHS, private prescriptions, and monitored dosage systems, ensuring accuracy in line with community pharmacy SOPs. Hand out medications and provide clear patient counselling on appropriate medicine usage. Safely manage the disposal of returned or unwanted medicines in compliance with disposal protocols. Record controlled drugs in the CD register and perform regular balance checks according to legal and procedural requirements. Manage stock processes including ordering, receiving, storing, and maintaining inventory in line with SOPs. Support the Pharmacist in conducting medicines reconciliation, ensuring accurate and up-to-date patient medication records, particularly during care transitionsliaising with GP practices where necessary. Conduct over-the-counter sales and offer advice for common minor ailments under supervision. Assist the Pharmacist in delivering key pharmacy services such as the Medicines Use Review, New Medicines Service , and Community Pharmacist Consultation Service. Contribute to the provision of commissioned enhanced services e.g., smoking cessation support, under the supervision of the Pharmacist or trained pharmacy staff. Communicate effectively with General Practice teams to resolve prescription-related queries and support seamless patient care. General Practice Responsibilities Work under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacy professional and liaise effectively with other members of the practice team. Always Adhere to all relevant Standard Operating Procedures within the workplace. Gain an understanding of Medicines Optimisation and the role of Pharmacy Technicians in General Practice, including working in both face-to-face and telephone-based patient interactions. Use the clinical IT system to accurately document consultations, conduct searches, and communicate via tasks with other healthcare professionals. Process prescription requests from patients, care home staff, community pharmacists, and GPs within 48 hours for routine prescriptions and on the same day for urgent requests. This may include directing prescriptions to out-of-hours pharmacies where necessary. Develop knowledge and support the use of practice templates for monitoring high-risk medication. Learn to manage blood test monitoring, recalls, and reviews in line with established protocols, involving appropriate clinicians as needed. Review hospital discharge summaries and clinical letters to reconcile medications, identify discrepancies, and escalate concerns to the pharmacist or designated GP under supervision. Contribute to the effective management of prescribing budgets through regular audits, data analysis, and by supporting the implementation of cost-effective prescribing strategies remaining aware of current incentive targets. Assist pharmacists and clinical staff with annual medication reviews e.g. for asthma, ensuring patients are prescribed the most cost-effective formulary items and demonstrate correct usage e.g. inhaler technique, under supervision. Perform regular audits of medicine storage to ensure compliance with local and national guidelines, reporting any issues to the