Senior Pharmacy Technician - Clinical Trials
Closing date: 21 July 2026

Job summary
The James Paget Hospital Pharmacy Team is looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our Clinical Trials team and contribute to our growing service. The Pharmacy department is a diverse and inclusive team.

This advert is for a vacancy for 30.5 hours per week; hours of work will be confirmed between the successful applicant and the line manager.

We will consider applications for existing Pharmacy staff to undertake this role in conjunction with their current role in line with our service requirements.

Our vision is to provide safe, high quality seamless services delivered with courtesy and respect. The Pharmacy team work one in every six weekends to support our 7-day service. We are looking for a qualified technician to join our Clinical Trials Pharmacy team, providing support with the management of the Trust portfolio of clinical trials.

Main duties of the job
To act as a member of the pharmacy team, undertaking a full range of duties commensurate with the professional role of a pharmacy technician, under the supervision of the Chief Pharmacist whilst working within the legal requirements, Trust policies and department procedures as laid down by the department and the Trust.

Main duties for this role will include supporting the pharmacist after set up of a new clinical trial to maintain the medication, training logs and standard operating procedures. The post holder will be responsible for overseeing monitoring visits, maintaining files, close out visits and achieving. The service will be developing to include medicines reconciliation of new patients recruited to clinical trials.

To work flexibly, responding to the needs of the department which will include participating in the weekend rota, bank holiday rota and late clinic rota.

About us
Our vibrant team consists of approximately 90 highly skilled staff who work together to empower our patients to use medicines safely and effectively to improve their health outcomes. The successful candidate will benefit from drawing on the knowledge and experience of approachable staff so you will feel supported and mentored throughout your learning journey. We pride ourselves on creating a positive, supportive and structured learning environment enabling you to strive for success.

All roles within the trust require staff to demonstrate our core values and behaviours in the care they provide to patients. All members of staff should consider these behaviours and essential part of their job role.

COLLABORATION - We work positively with others to achieve shared aims. ACCOUNTABILITY - We act with professionalism and integrity, delivering what we commit to, embedding learning when things do not go to plan. RESPECT - We are anti-discriminatory, treating people fairly and creating a sense of belonging and pride. EMPOWERMENT - We speak out when things don't feel right, we are innovative and make changes to support continuous improvement. SUPPORT - We are compassionate, listen attentively and are kind to ourselves and each other.

Details
Date posted: 07 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 177-EMER-8066550-A
Job locations: James Paget University Hospital, Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 6LA, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
• Accredited Checking Technician

Desirable

• Patient counselling training
• Accredited Medicine Management Technician

Skills and Experience
Essential

• Post-qualification experience within hospital
• Able to work under pressure
• Understanding of GCP

Desirable

• Significant experience in the set-up and running of a clinical trial in a Pharmacy environment
• Significant experience in Pharmacy clinical trials
• Basic understanding of GMP
• Experience in aseptic services

Skills and Competencies
Essential

• Articulate and numerate
• Methodical approach to work procedures
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness
• Able to record information accurately with attention to detail
• Ability to identify and manage problems
• Able to meet deadlines

Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential

• Courteous and Respectful
• Kind and Helpful
• Responsive Communication
• Effective and Professional

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

Employer details
Employer name: James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: James Paget University Hospital, Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 6LA, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Trials Pharmacist
Samantha Richards
samantha.richards@jpaget.nhs.uk
01493453273