Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly team.

This is a permanent vacancy for an accredited checking and medicines management Pharmacy Technician based at Royal Gwent Hospital (RGH).

We are looking for a conscientious and adaptable individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to join our pharmacy team in delivering a high quality clinical service.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post. Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to become a valued member of our team. This role requires someone with strong multi-tasking abilities who is capable of working across multiple sections effectively.

This is a varied role requiring you to provide medicines management support to medical wards, mental health wards, outpatient services, and dispensary sessions.

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience in Medicines Management
• Accredited Checking Technician Qualification - we also welcome those currently working towards it.
• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences (or equivalent) and GPhC registration

Applications from Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians welcome - If you're in your second year of study and due to qualify soon, we encourage you to apply!

• Participation in weekend and bank holiday rotas will be required.
• Welsh language skills are desirable

Ready to take the next step in your pharmacy career? Apply today and become part of a dedicated and professional team!

About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Job responsibilities
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
Values
Essential

• Highly motivated
• Conscientious, responsible and reliable
• Flexible approach to work and adaptable to changing demands and situations

Experience
Essential

• Hospital pharmacy experience

Qualifications
Essential

• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or Equivalent/ NVQ Level III Pharmacy Services
• Accredited Checking Technician
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council or eligible to join
• Medicines Management Qualification including Drug history taking/medicines reconciliation

Desirable

• NVQ Expert witness

Knowledge
Essential

• Evidence of continuing education and personal development

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of the functions of the NHS

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).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.

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).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).