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Salary for this role£28,392 – £31,157 a year
Health and Care route minimum£25,000 a year
Pay basisNational pay scales (NHS bands)
This occupation falls under the Health and Care Worker route. Salaries set by national pay scales (NHS bands) at or above the relevant band rate typically meet the occupation's requirement.
Closest occupation match: SOC 3212, Pharmaceutical technicians. Home Office going rate for this occupation: £33,400 a year.
Individual eligibility depends on personal circumstances. These figures are public reference information, not advice or a verdict on this job.
Role description
Job summary
The opportunity has arisen for new Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians (PTPT) to join our pharmacy team based at Prospect Park Hospital in Reading where the working hours are Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.
You MUSThave a minimum of five GCSEs at grade A-C/9-4, including Mathematics, English and Science qualifications. Previous experience of working within a pharmacy setting is desirable.
You will need to be self-motivated, organised, able to work efficiently, to deadlines and be able to work under pressure at times. You will be expected to work through the department on a rotational basis as set out in the two year timetable, covering dispensary, pharmacy stores, medicines information, medicines safety, wards and accuracy checking.
While learning the practical skills that Pharmacy Technicians require you will also undertake and complete the Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician qualification starting in February 2027. Completing this qualification will enable you to apply for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a qualified Pharmacy Technician.
Main duties of the job
You will complete the Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice apprenticeship over the course of 24 months.
You will be able to spend time completing rotations within all areas of our department
You will spend time working on mental health wards and/or community health wards to be able to complete ward-based learning for the apprenticeship.
You will be expected to participate in the late duty rota whereby the hours are 10-6pm.
You will take part in departmental training sessions to develop your training/learning objectives and develop leadership skills.
You will also take part in the appraisal process and engage in regular 1:1 meeting with your line manager and college tutors/assessors as part of your on-going development.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:
Caring for and about you is our top priority
Committed to providing good quality, safe services
Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:
Flexible working options to support work-life balance
27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
Generous NHS pension scheme
Excellent learning and career development opportunities
'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
Free parking across Trust sites
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year
per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
2 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
371-CS429
Job locations
Pre-reg Technicians
Prospect Park Hospital, Honey End Lane, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4EJ
Reading
RG30 4EJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
Five GCSEs or equivalent at grades A-C /9-4, including Mathematics, English and two Science qualifications (must have for enrollment to apprenticeship).
Clear written and spoken English, and communication skills.
Ability to use own initiative and demonstrate self-confidence and self-motivation
If you're someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together.
Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.
In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to call: Jennie Nunn on 07825904472 or email jennie.nunn@berkshire.nhs.uk who'll be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
Five GCSE's or equivalent at grade A-C/9-4. Must include: Mathematics, English and Science
Clear Written English (ILETS 7 - overseas candidates)
Computer literate with experience of Microsoft packages and databases
Desirable
BTEC Level 2 Certificate in the Principals and Practice for Pharmacy Support Staff or NVQ level 2 Pharmacy Services
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
Organisation of own learning in and out of workplace (approx. 10 hours per week)
Previous Experience
Essential
Evidence of team/group work
Desirable
Experience of working in a pharmacy environment
Customer service skills
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
Good written communication skills
Ability to communicate well in writing with colleagues, other healthcare professionals and service users
Ability to work well within a team alongside all grades of staff/colleagues and with other healthcare professionals
Ability to work well and efficiently by oneself
Ability to respond well to pressure and to meet deadlines
Good computer skills
Act in a professional manner and work as part of a team
Attention to detail
Punctual and reliable
Additional Requirements
Essential
Multiple site working, when required to do so
Occupational health clearance
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.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Pre-reg Technicians
Prospect Park Hospital, Honey End Lane, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4EJ