Wing Pharmacy Technician

NHS

  • Norwich
  • £29,970 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
We are looking for a Wing Pharmacy Technician to join our wonderful team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians at HMP Norwich, who is currently registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. We will provide full induction to the prison pharmacy system so you can easily transition from community or hospital background into the health and justice system.As the Wing Pharmacy Technician, you will work on a wing/ward environment where you will be responsible for the administration of medication to patients from secure medication hatches and the associated medication management activities, including audits and stock checks under the direction of the the Pharmacist Manager.Contact Marta, our Lead Pharmacist atmarta.wolowicz@hcrgcaregroup.comif you have any questions.Hours of work are - 7am until 6pm with an hour break.Main duties of the jobOnce trained and confident, you will be expected to work autonomously within our standard operating procedures and:
  • Undertake provision of a medicines administration service to the patients from secure medication hatches
  • Provide, in conjunction with the appropriate Clinical practitioners, a wing technician medicine management service on allocated wings i.e. medication reconciliation
  • Assist in the delivery of cost-effective prescribing, the medicines optimisation strategy and management of medication budgets
  • Promote safe pharmacy practice within the prison including providing advice and training to patients and staff
About usAbout the CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2DetailsDate posted14 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 4Salary£29,970 to £29,970 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberHCRGCG/TP/13082/16663Job locationsHCRG Care GroupNorwichNorfolkNR1 4LUJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesAs a Pharmacy Technician you will receive AfC terms and conditions and NHS pension, you will feel valued receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:
  • Flexible workingto provide you with that true work / life balance (15 shifts every 4 weeks)
  • Access to Reward Gateway - our staff benefits scheme which grants you access to premium offers and discounts on practical spending at national supermarkets and well known retailers as well as special treats like Virgin Experience Days and Leisure Vouchers
  • Access to ourfree well-being serviceavailable 24/7/365 online and by telephone including; counsellors, post trauma incident support, legal, debt and practical life management helpline, guided self-help, telephonic career coaching and monthly well-being newsletters
  • We are pleased to offer access toWagestream- which lets you track your pay throughout the month and stream your earned wages into your bank account if you need them. No more high-interest loans or overdraft fees - simply get paid as you go.
  • A committedLearning and Development teamwho work closely with Universities and Health Education England to further your potential and support your progression
  • Access to a range of courses and e-learning to develop further skills,bespoke career pathways and opportunities continuing your professional development
  • Innovative forward-thinking culturewith the opportunity to put forward your ideas to contribute to the way we work. You will be encouraged to apply for national funding to drive your initiatives locally to benefit our patients and service users
  • Rewarding and supportive teams, you will be recognised and have opportunities to recognise others by nominating for local and national awards annually and taking part in our new virtual Ask our Executives event, where you can submit questions to the board and hear updates regularly on company strategy and objectives
  • Please know that our recent HMIP, CQC and GPhC inspections were overwhelmingly positive about the leadership team, the colleagues in the service and ultimately the excellent standard of care provided to the patients at HMP Norwich.
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesAs a Pharmacy Technician you will receive AfC terms and conditions and NHS pension, you will feel valued receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:
  • Flexible workingto provide you with that true work / life balance (15 shifts every 4 weeks)
  • Access to Reward Gateway - our staff benefits scheme which grants you access to premium offers and discounts on practical spending at national supermarkets and well known retailers as well as special treats like Virgin Experience Days and Leisure Vouchers
  • Access to ourfree well-being serviceavailable 24/7/365 online and by telephone including; counsellors, post trauma incident support, legal, debt and practical life management helpline, guided self-help, telephonic career coaching and monthly well-being newsletters
  • We are pleased to offer access toWagestream- which lets you track your pay throughout the month and stream your earned wages into your bank account if you need them. No more high-interest loans or overdraft fees - simply get paid as you go.
  • A committedLearning and Development teamwho work closely with Universities and Health Education England to further your potential and support your progression
  • Access to a range of courses and e-learning to develop further skills,bespoke career pathways and opportunities continuing your professional development
  • Innovative forward-thinking culturewith the opportunity to put forward your ideas to contribute to the way we work. You will be encouraged to apply for national funding to drive your initiatives locally to benefit our patients and service users
  • Rewarding and supportive teams, you will be recognised and have opportunities to recognise others by nominating for local and national awards annually and taking part in our new virtual Ask our Executives event, where you can submit questions to the board and hear updates regularly on company strategy and objectives
  • Please know that our recent HMIP, CQC and GPhC inspections were overwhelmingly positive about the leadership team, the colleagues in the service and ultimately the excellent standard of care provided to the patients at HMP Norwich.
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