• Job Description

  Req#: C9188-25-0522?language=en&page=824&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

  Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

  Main duties of the job

  The Pharmacy Aseptics Team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) are excited to be able to offer a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to develop their career in Pharmacy Aseptics.

  UHS offers fantastic training and development giving you the best possible opportunities to achieve the career you want. Development of our staff is central to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We can offer opportunities to develop within a supportive environment, and our staff survey results reflect our commitment to facilitate your career progression.

  Successful candidates will be supported to complete the L3 Science Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship as well as a Pre & In-Process Checking Accreditation.

  About us

  University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

  Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

  We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

  At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

  At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

  Details

  Date posted

  27 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 4

  Salary

  £26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time

  Reference number

  188-CL080525

  Job locations

  University Hospital Southampton

  Tremona Road

  Southampton

  SO16 6YD

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  This post is based at Adanac Aseptic Hub, our newly built Aseptic Unit. The role involves contributing to the accurate preparation, checking and supply of IV antibiotics (CIVAs), Parenteral Nutrition (PN), Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) and Clinical Trials and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMP). Full training and support for completing competencies will be provided.

  The successful candidate will have responsibilities for stock control, including ordering and maintaining levels of stock to ensure there is no disruption or delay to the supply of medicine.

  Once the post holder has achieved their Pre & In Process Checking Accreditation, they will be required to support the on call service rota.

  We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who can demonstrate good attention to detail and self-motivation. Strong team work and communication skills are essential for working in Pharmacy Aseptics as well as the ability the follow procedures.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  This post is based at Adanac Aseptic Hub, our newly built Aseptic Unit. The role involves contributing to the accurate preparation, checking and supply of IV antibiotics (CIVAs), Parenteral Nutrition (PN), Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) and Clinical Trials and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMP). Full training and support for completing competencies will be provided.

  The successful candidate will have responsibilities for stock control, including ordering and maintaining levels of stock to ensure there is no disruption or delay to the supply of medicine.

  Once the post holder has achieved their Pre & In Process Checking Accreditation, they will be required to support the on call service rota.

  We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who can demonstrate good attention to detail and self-motivation. Strong team work and communication skills are essential for working in Pharmacy Aseptics as well as the ability the follow procedures.

  Person Specification

  Trust Values

  Essential

  • Patient Values
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

  Qualifications, knowledge and experience

  Essential

  • Numerate and literate e.g., GCSE in Maths and English Grade 5-9 or equivalent
  • HNC (or equivalent experience) in a science-based subject OR 2 A level passes in a science subject OR BTEC level 3 in a science subject OR equivalent knowledge and experience of pharmaceutical procedures gained through work experience and trainingExperience of using stock management computer systems
  • Level 2 certificate in relevant Pharmacy services or able to commit to completing within 15 months of being in post
  • Able to start the L3 Science Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship within 18 months of being in post.
  • Aseptic services experience or laboratory-based procedures experience
  • Significant supervisory experience

  Desirable

  • Pre and In Process checking qualification (PIPC) or achievable within 18 months of appointment
  • Experience of using stock management computer systems
  • Experience of ordering and stock control

  Person Specification

  Trust Values

  Essential

  • Patient Values
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

  Qualifications, knowledge and experience

  Essential

  • Numerate and literate e.g., GCSE in Maths and English Grade 5-9 or equivalent
  • HNC (or equivalent experience) in a science-based subject OR 2 A level passes in a science subject OR BTEC level 3 in a science subject OR equivalent knowledge and experience of pharmaceutical procedures gained through work experience and trainingExperience of using stock management computer systems
  • Level 2 certificate in relevant Pharmacy services or able to commit to completing within 15 months of being in post
  • Able to start the L3 Science Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship within 18 months of being in post.
  • Aseptic services experience or laboratory-based procedures experience
  • Significant supervisory experience

  Desirable

  • Pre and In Process checking qualification (PIPC) or achievable within 18 months of appointment
  • Experience of using stock management computer systems
  • Experience of ordering and stock control

  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).

  Additional information

  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

  University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

  Address

  University Hospital Southampton

  Tremona Road

  Southampton

  SO16 6YD

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

  Address

  University Hospital Southampton

  Tremona Road

  Southampton

  SO16 6YD

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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