Lead Pharmacy Technician

Haringey GP Federation; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join the EPMA team at Barnsley Hospital. The role involves completing essential pharmacy duties and ensuring compliance with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Candidates should possess a BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent and be registered with the pharmacy council. The position supports a hybrid working model while allowing contributions to the progressive EPMA system, significantly impacting patient care. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare services in Barnsley.

Qualifications

• Significant experience post qualification, including previous hospital experience.
• Advanced computer keyboard/labelling skills for accurate data input.
• Understanding of Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH and Data Protection Act.

Responsibilities

• Complete pharmacy duties to maintain registration competencies.
• Act as a role model for student technicians and support staff.
• Participate in weekend, bank holiday and late-night duties.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Critical thinking

Education

BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent

Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Diploma level education in IT related subject or equivalent experience

Job description

The interview date for this role will be on the 6th February 2026.

We are on the lookout for a dedicated professional to collaborate with our BHNFT digital team, ensuring the successful further implementation of the Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) system across our Trust.

The BHNFT digital team has achieved remarkable success, having implemented the CMM EPMA system across 95% of our bed capacity. This includes the management of fluids, complex drug infusions, continuous infusions, a multitude of clinical protocols, and System C (CMM EPMA and PSC).

As Barnsley Hospital embarks on full digital transformation, we are expanding our EPMA team to meet the growing demand for EPMA demand to ensure safe business as usual and implementation of ICCA EPMA.

What makes this opportunity even more exciting is our commitment to flexibility. This position offers a hybrid working model, allowing you to work both on-site and from the comfort of your home. At Barnsley Hospital, you'll find a welcoming culture, top-notch performance, and a convenient location.

As a 320-bed district hospital, we provide a wide range of high-quality acute hospital services, and our EPMA Pharmacy plays a vital role in the patient care journey. Join us in this exciting endeavour to shape the future of healthcare delivery and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.

Main duties of the job

If you are ready to be part of a progressive and supportive team and contribute to a brighter future for healthcare, apply now and embark on a fulfilling career journey at EPMA Pharmacy team in Barnsley Hospital!

Your expertise and enthusiasm will be warmly welcomed.

Pharmacy Responsibilities-

To complete the necessary pharmacy duties to maintain registration competencies.

To maintain own CPD as required by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

To attend appropriate training courses for technicians, to encourage other staff to undertake further training, and to participate in such training schemes as necessary to keep relevant pharmaceutical clinical and technical knowledge up to date.

To act as a role model for student technicians, MTO 1 technicians and other members of technical and support staff.

To participate in Weekend, Bank Holiday and late-night duties.

To undertake any other related duties, which may be required.

About us

We reserve the right to close positions early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work.

We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone.

We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a wecan do this attitude is evident right through the organisation.

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Person Specification

• In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
• In around 100 words please could you share a brief example from your day-to-day work where you effectively applied trust value of respect with your colleagues?

Qualifications

• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent
• Extended role checking technician (or fulfills the criteria to undertake training)
• Educated to diploma level in an IT related subject or equivalent experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communications skills.
• Ability to engage others in the change process.
• Ability to facilitate problem solving and project delivery, and resolve conflict amicably.
• Ability to prioritise tasks/time and to delegate.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• Ability to motivate, influence and negotiate in order to deliver results.
• Ability to develop project plans in detail and adjust to meet changing environments.
• Ability to grasp impact of project, undertake analysis and take action on conflicting views.

Experience

• Significant experience post qualification to include previous hospital experience.
• Advanced computer keyboard/labelling skills requiring accurate data input working within narrow margins of error.
• Knowledge of ward/department pharmacy logistics.
• Knowledge of Trust/departmental policies and procedures.
• Critical thinking reviewing or writing SOPs and policies.
• Project Management.

Knowledge and Awareness

• Understanding of the need for confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH and Data Protection Act.

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.