Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team of registered pharmacy technicians based at the Denmark Hill site of Kings College Hospital. This role offers the opportunity to experience different areas of hospital pharmacy. Working in the dispensary, clinical service and the aseptic manufacturing unit. The post holder will take part in the department 7 day working rota. This involves working either Saturday or Sunday as part of a 6 week pattern. The postholder will also be required to work 1 bank holiday a year.

Main duties of the job
The Rotational Pharmacy Technician will participate in a rotation covering aseptics, dispensary and clinical services. The post holder will gain practical experience and assist in the delivery of the service in each section. If not already accredited they will work towards becoming an Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) when in dispensary. In the clinical services rotation they will work towards the completion of an in-house validation training manual and will become a validated in-process accuracy checker when in the aseptics rotation.

About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Date posted: 10 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £34,186 to £37,389 a year per annum, including high cost allowance, Pro Rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Job share
Reference number: 213-Division-A-8092577
Job locations: Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• To ensure the safe, effective and economical use of drugs for all patients in the Trust.
• To be responsible for the implementation of new or revised policies and procedures specific to the dispensary, medicines management or aseptic services that will have an impact within the pharmacy department.
• To contribute to wider policies that have an impact within the pharmacy department and across the Trust
• To be pro-active in the regular review and update of dispensary, medicines management and aseptic policies and procedures.
• To propose changes to working practices and dispensing techniques that will maximise the potential for efficiency and safety
• To participate in the training and supervision of staff working in the dispensary, medicines management or aseptic Service as part of their induction To check Patients Own Drugs (PODs) for use during inpatient stay
• To support the Dispensary Manager, Lead Pharmacy Technician, Clinical Services and the Chief Pharmacy Technician, Aseptics, in the development of the service
• To attend and contribute to any regional and national meetings in relation to pharmacy services and to feedback and recommend any changes and/or improvements to the service as appropriate to the Dispensary Manager, Lead Pharmacy Technician, Clinical Services or Chief Pharmacy Technician, Aseptic Services.
• Be able to provide the final accuracy check on clinically screened dispensed prescriptions in the dispensary and be a validated checker in Aseptics To be able to use Trust EPMA computer systems to order non-stock medication and endorse POD assessments.
• To be able to work independently and follow departmental SOPs and dispense medication accurately and to refer non-routine enquiries and other matters as appropriate to a more senior member of staff
• To be able to use pharmacy computer systems correctly, enter data accurately from transcription sheets, prescription forms and any other prescriptions written by others and ensure that data is stored and archived appropriately in accordance with local and regionally agreed guidelines.

Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Knowledge of all regulations and legislation relevant to pharmacy, dispensary and clinical services
• Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems

Desirable

• Experience post registration relevant to hospital pharmacy practice with assessed competencies

Education and Qualifications
Essential

• GPhC recognised Level 3 pharmacy technician qualification
• Registered as a pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Desirable

• Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) qualification (can be as part of Pharmacy Technician Training or as a standalone eg: CPPE or Buttercups ACPT training)

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).
Employer details
Employer name: King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
For questions about the job, contact:
Chief Pharmacy Technician Operations, Louise Howard, louise.howard1@nhs.net, 020329935728