(Pre-Registration) Pharmacy Technician
| Posting date: | 25 June 2024 |
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| Salary: | £25,524.00 to £28,010.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £25524.00 - £28010.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 July 2024 |
| Location: | Carmarthen, SA31 2AF |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | H9100-24-0961 |
Summary
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. 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 beconsidered. To be shortlisted for an interview, candidates will need a minimum of 4GCSEs grade A*- C (new grades 9 - 4) or equivalent including: GCSE English at Grade C/Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent English language evidence which can include Essential Skills Wales Communication Level 2. GCSE Maths at Grade C/Level 4, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy which can include Essential Skills Wales Application of Number Level 2. One GCSE Science at Grade C/Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or equivalent. Candidates who apply using equivalence principles e.g. access to higher education courses, may need to complete Essential Skills Wales communication and application of number. Proof of qualifications will be required. You will undertake a training programme approved by the GPhC for the initial education and training of pharmacy technicians. All candidates who do not already hold the qualification Essential Skills Wales digital literacy at level 2 will need to complete this as part of the programme. A commitment to studying outside working hours is essential as well as an ability to meet the deadlines set during your training programme. Experience of working effectively both in a team and independently and previous pharmacy experience are desirable but not essential for this post. The successful applicant will need to attain the Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice qualification within 2 years and will be appointed under Annex 21 rules. This means they will be supported by a development plan. (During the first year payment will be 70% of the top rate of band 4 pay, and the second year 75%). Support and supervision will be provided in order to develop the successful applicant. As part of the Annex 21 process, there is no financial penalty to those who apply for this role where the percentage will cause a reduction in pay, subsequently a local protection would be put in place until the pay has caught up. You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents. The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us. Interviews will be held on 16.07.2024