Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician (Training post-Annex 21)

The closing date is 26 November 2026

Job summary
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).

Salary: Initially Annex 21 Band 4 - 70%, progressing to 75% after 12 months.

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.

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.

Main duties of the job
This post is a fixed term/secondment for 2 years from the start date to meet the needs of the service. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

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 Royal Glamorgan Hospital.

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 (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Details
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £28,819 to £31,626 a year per annum Annex 21 - 70% in year 1 and 75% in year 2
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 2 years
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 110-ACS199-1126
Location: Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Ynysmaerdy, Llantrisant, CF72 8XR, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
The job description attached refers to the position that you would be working towards. Those that currently hold the Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy services, NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy services or equivalent qualification will 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.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If you're comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice.

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: 4 GCSEs grade A* to C including English, Maths and Science (new grades 9-4) or equivalent

Experience

• Essential: Experience of working with people
• Desirable: Previous pharmacy experience
• Desirable: Experience of working in a team

Aptitude and Abilities Skills

• Essential: Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Essential: Able to work as part of a team
• Essential: Able to work to procedures
• Essential: Organisational and time management skills
• Essential: Accurate and consistent in work application
• Essential: Attention to detail
• Essential: Computer skills (including word processing and data entry)
• Essential: Numeracy and literacy skills
• Desirable: Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
• Desirable: Familiarity with drug names and pharmacy terminology

Personal Qualities

• Essential: Highly motivated
• Essential: Looking for a challenge and learn new things
• Essential: Approachable and professional manner
• Essential: Ability to remain calm in a busy environment
• Essential: Committed to continuing professional development
• Essential: 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
• Essential: 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.

Employer details
Employer name: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Employer's website: https://joinctm.wales/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Senior Pharmacy Technician Gemma Russell, gemma.russell@wales.nhs.uk, 01443443443

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship are welcome. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance 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.