• Job Description

  Req#: C9390-25-1520?language=en&page=123&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Would you like a challenging job that really makes a difference? Could you play an important part within a busy pharmacy manufacturing unit and help with preparing medicines for patients? If this interests you, then we would like to hear from you.

  We are currently looking for enthusiastic, pro-active and motivated Pharmacy Assistants to join our team in supporting the Pharmacy Technicians in our friendly Technical Services Units. The Trust comprises of 3 Aseptic units across the 3 hospital sites, these posts are based at Basildon / Orsett but with the requirement to work at any of the 3 hospital sites when required.

  To be successful in your application you will require a minimum of GCSE English Language and Mathematics to a Grade C / 4 (or equivalent).

  Previous experience within a Pharmacy environment is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

  Main duties of the job

  The posts involve manufacturing a variety of different types of medicines Aseptically prepared for patients in a controlled manufacturing environment and also working in our busy pre-packing unit.

  It can involve measuring drug volumes using syringes and needles to prepare intravenous medication. You will need to be able to work accurately, efficiently and follow procedures at all times. Cleaning of the area is an essential part of the role.

  Due to the critical nature of our work, you will have to meet the highest standards of discipline, personal hygiene and attention to detail.

  About us

  Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.

  We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

  From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

  We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress

  Details

  Date posted

  07 July 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 2

  Salary

  £24,465 a year Per Annum Pro Rata for Part-Time

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  390-CSS-BA-9652-A

  Job locations

  Basildon

  Nethermayne

  Basildon

  SS16 5NL

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include:

  Manufacture of aseptically prepared medicines in a Section 10 / Licensed Aseptic Unit.Undertaking packing / labeling of medicines in the Pre-Pack unit supplying to all Trust sites.Cleaning of department following strict cleaning regimes.Responsible for following Standard Operating Procedures at all times

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include:

  Manufacture of aseptically prepared medicines in a Section 10 / Licensed Aseptic Unit.Undertaking packing / labeling of medicines in the Pre-Pack unit supplying to all Trust sites.Cleaning of department following strict cleaning regimes.Responsible for following Standard Operating Procedures at all times

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • GCSE Grade 4 / C Maths
  • GCSE Grade 4 / C English

  Desirable

  • Level 2 NVQ Pharmacy / Buttercups

  Experience

  Desirable

  • Previous Aseptic Dispensing
  • Previous Pharmacy

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • GCSE Grade 4 / C Maths
  • GCSE Grade 4 / C English

  Desirable

  • Level 2 NVQ Pharmacy / Buttercups

  Experience

  Desirable

  • Previous Aseptic Dispensing
  • Previous Pharmacy

  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).

  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).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Basildon

  Nethermayne

  Basildon

  SS16 5NL

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Basildon

  Nethermayne

  Basildon

  SS16 5NL

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.mse.nhs.uk (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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