Job summary
We are seeking a motivated band 4 or 5 GPhC registered pharmacy technician to join our friendly Aseptic Services Team

If you are accurate, methodical, technically minded and interested in a career where you never stop learning or developing this may just be for you.

Band 4 applicants: This is an exciting opportunity to provide the right candidate career progression through a conversion process to Band 5 after full training and successful completion of competencies.

• Band 4 applicants do not need aseptic experience as full training will be provided but must be qualified with the GPhC.

Band 5 applicants:

• Band 5 applicants must possess substantial experience in Aseptic Technical Services and have excellent knowledge of GMP.

The part you play

• You will be a team player who is highly motivated and organised.
• You excel under pressure.
• You will be patient focused and have proven team working abilities.
• You will be dedicated and willing to go the extra mile for your team and patients.

Main duties of the job
Band 4
To carry out pharmaceutical technical duties mainly in the aseptic service of the pharmacy service. To provide an efficient and comprehensive Pharmaceutical Service to meet departmental and corporate objectives. Specific duties, where indicated will be carried out under the supervision of senior colleagues.

Band 5
Responsible for assisting the Senior Technician in the day to day running of the Aseptic Services Unit Cytotoxic, PN and CIVA Service.

To organise the safe and efficient production of aseptically prepared products. Supervising a team whilst ensuring GMP, COSHH and local and trust procedures are adhered to. Team Leading and training of staff including observations to provide evidence of GMP compliance.

About us
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.

Details
Date posted: 26 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £28,392 to £39,043 a year Per Annum Band 5 position is dependant upon experience see JD
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 236-CSS-P382-26-A

Person Specification
Registration
Essential

• Registered or eligible to register with The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) or Science Council

Skills
Essential

• Previous experience in hospital or community pharmacy
• Awareness of the duties involved in the post
• A basic working knowledge of pharmaceutical practice

Desirable

• Previous experience in Aseptic Services/Technical Services
• A good working knowledge of current aseptic standards.

Qualification
Essential

• BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy Services and NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services. Or the recognised equivalent to the above

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: Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address: The Royal Oldham Hospital, Rochdale Road, Oldham, OL1 2JH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/

For questions about the job, contact:
Senior Technician Aseptic Services, Carla Hickey, Carla.Hickey@nca.nhs.uk, 01616278949