Job summary

The Band 5 Pharmacy Technician is responsible for delivering high-quality, effective pharmacy services within a prison healthcare setting. This includes both technical and clinical services aimed at improving patient care. The role involves pharmacy-based duties in addition to safe and timely medication administration, supporting medicines management, and contributing to the education and training of pharmacy and nursing staff. The postholder will play a key role in medicines reconciliation, In Possession Risk Assessments, and the management of specialist medications and controlled drugs. They will liaise with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care, support compliance and adherence strategies, and contribute to the development and implementation of pharmacy policies and procedures. Working within their professional scope, the technician will also supervise and train junior staff, support service development initiatives, and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and Trust standards. The role requires a high level of accuracy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a secure and often challenging environment.

Main duties of the job

1. Dispensing and Supply

• Accurately dispense medications, including complex dose regimens and compliance aids.
• Participate in labelling, dispensing, and accuracy checking.
• Manage Controlled Drugs in line with legal and Trust policies.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure timely procurement of medications.

2. Medicines Administration and Patient Care

• Administer medications on allocated Medication Administration Points.
• Conduct medicines reconciliation, compliance checks, and In Possession Risk Assessments.
• Provide advice to patients and staff on medication use.

3. Technical and Clinical Support

• Act as lead technician in designated areas, ensuring continuous supply and service quality.
• Handle supply issues, liaise with manufacturers, and resolve routine clinical queries.
• Monitor cold-chain and storage compliance.

4. Communication and Collaboration

• Liaise with prescribers, nursing staff, and external services to ensure safe and effective medication use.
• Coordinate with other healthcare professionals for specialist medication supply.

5. Training and Supervision

• Supervise and train pharmacy staff, students, and nursing staff.
• Act as Technician in Charge in the absence of the Team Lead.
• Participate in postgraduate training delivery and staff development.

6. Governance and Development

• Contribute to policy development and implementation.
• Undertake audits and support service improvement initiatives.
• Maintain CPD and adhere to GPhC standards.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

437-8343092

Job locations

Pharmacy department, HMP Manchester

1 Southall St, Cheetham Hill, Manchester

Manchester

M60 9AH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification Staff benefits 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC
• BTEC Level 3 Professional Diploma in principles and practice for pharmacy technicians or equivalent

Desirable

• Evidence of post-qualification training e.g. Certificate in management or supervision

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post qualification experience including recent employment as registered technician
• Experience in procurement of drugs and computerised ordering systems

Desirable

• Experience of working in a Prison as a pharmacy technician

Person Specification Education/Qualification Essential Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC BTEC Level 3 Professional Diploma in principles and practice for pharmacy technicians or equivalent Desirable Evidence of post-qualification training e.g. Certificate in management or supervision Experience Essential Relevant post qualification experience including recent employment as registered technician Experience in procurement of drugs and computerised ordering systems Desirable Experience of working in a Prison as a pharmacy technician

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy department, HMP Manchester

1 Southall St, Cheetham Hill, Manchester

Manchester

M60 9AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy department, HMP Manchester

1 Southall St, Cheetham Hill, Manchester

Manchester

M60 9AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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