Job summary

This post is a fixed term training contract of 24 months. The training post provides the opportunity to gain the required experience and qualification(s) needed to register as a pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

Salary: Initially Annex 21 Band 4 - 70%, progressing to 75% after 12 months.

Pharmacy technicians develop a high level of expertise in relation to medicines and health, and they work as part of healthcare teams in hospitals, manufacturing units, community pharmacies and GP practices. They focus on management and use of medicines to make sure all types of people get the best outcomes from their medicines. They lead teams delivering medicines service.

During the two year training programme you will be expected to gain experience reflecting the changing and growing roles of the Pharmacy Technician.

Successful completion of the programme enables you to apply to the General Pharmaceutical Council for registration as a pharmacy technician and to apply for jobs as a pharmacy technician.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

If you are accurate, methodical, caring and interested in health and wellbeing then this could be the opportunity for you.

We are looking for forward thinking, enthusiastic, organised and motivated individuals to join our dynamic Pharmacy Team at Powys Teaching Health Board.

The role of the Pharmacy technician is varied and interesting and continuously growing which is why we are offering this opportunity to explore some of these innovative roles in a rotational training programme. You will gain experience in a hospital setting, dispensing for in-patients and undertaking ward based work. There may be a requirement for multisector working, for example, working in a community pharmacy. Ability to travel throughout Powys on a daily basis will be required.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,819 to £31,626 a year Annex 21 remuneration will apply

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

070-PST029-1026

Job locations

Bronllys hospital

Bronllys

LD30LU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Those that currently hold the Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy services, NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy services or equivalent qualification will notbe considered.

To be shortlisted for an interview, candidates will need a minimum of 4 GSCEs grade A*- C (equivalent grades 9 - 4) (or equivalent) including GCSE English at Grade C/Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent English language evidence which can include Essential Skills Wales Communication Level 2. GCSE Maths at Grade C/Level 4, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy which can include Essential Skills Wales Application of Number Level 2. One GCSE Science at Grade C/Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or equivalent.

Candidates who apply using equivalence principles e.g. access to higher education courses, may need to complete Essential Skills Wales Level 2 communication and application of number.

Proof of qualifications will be required on the day of the interview, failure to provide proof will mean that the interview will not be continued.

You will undertake a training programme approved by the GPhC for the initial education and training of pharmacy technicians. All candidates who do not already hold the qualification Essential Skills Wales digital literacy at level 2 will need to complete this as part of the programme.

This is a Welsh Government Modern Apprenticeship delivered via Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW). For further details please see Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician (PRPT) programme - HEIW YTD Portal

To complete the programme, candidates will need the ability and enthusiasm to undertake a modern apprenticeship training programme which will take two years to complete. This involves working full time (37.5 hours a week) in pharmacy, building a portfolio of evidence, work-based assessment, on-line learning, study days and group work and following the GPhC Standards for Pharmacy Professionals. A commitment to studying outside working hours is essential as well as an ability to meet the deadlines set during your training programme. Experience of working effectively both in a team and independently and previous pharmacy experience are desirable but not essential for this post.

Interviews for the post will be held at Bronllys Hospital on 2nd December 2026.

The HEIW Induction will be 17th and 18th February 2027, and UEA Induction dates are Day 1 23rd February 2027 and Day 2 2nd March 2027. Attendance will be mandatory for the successful applicant.

Job description Job responsibilities Those that currently hold the Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy services, NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy services or equivalent qualification will notbe considered. To be shortlisted for an interview, candidates will need a minimum of 4 GSCEs grade A*- C (equivalent grades 9 - 4) (or equivalent) including GCSE English at Grade C/Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent English language evidence which can include Essential Skills Wales Communication Level 2. GCSE Maths at Grade C/Level 4, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy which can include Essential Skills Wales Application of Number Level 2. One GCSE Science at Grade C/Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or equivalent. Candidates who apply using equivalence principles e.g. access to higher education courses, may need to complete Essential Skills Wales Level 2 communication and application of number. Proof of qualifications will be required on the day of the interview, failure to provide proof will mean that the interview will not be continued. You will undertake a training programme approved by the GPhC for the initial education and training of pharmacy technicians. All candidates who do not already hold the qualification Essential Skills Wales digital literacy at level 2 will need to complete this as part of the programme. This is a Welsh Government Modern Apprenticeship delivered via Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW). For further details please see Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician (PRPT) programme - HEIW YTD Portal To complete the programme, candidates will need the ability and enthusiasm to undertake a modern apprenticeship training programme which will take two years to complete. This involves working full time (37.5 hours a week) in pharmacy, building a portfolio of evidence, work-based assessment, on-line learning, study days and group work and following the GPhC Standards for Pharmacy Professionals. A commitment to studying outside working hours is essential as well as an ability to meet the deadlines set during your training programme. Experience of working effectively both in a team and independently and previous pharmacy experience are desirable but not essential for this post. Interviews for the post will be held at Bronllys Hospital on 2nd December 2026. The HEIW Induction will be 17th and 18th February 2027, and UEA Induction dates are Day 1 23rd February 2027 and Day 2 2nd March 2027. Attendance will be mandatory for the successful applicant.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• minimum of 4 GSCEs grade A*- C (equivalent grades 9 - 4) (or equivalent) including oGCSE English at Grade C/Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent English language evidence which can include Essential Skills Wales Communication Level 2. oGCSE Maths at Grade C/Level 4, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy which can include Essential Skills Wales Application of Number Level 2. oOne GCSE Science at Grade C/Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or equivalent.

Skills

Essential

• Commitment to undertake a training programme to achieve the relevant qualification
• Ability to travel throughout Powys in a timely manner

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS Pharmacy services
• Experience in multiple pharmacy sectors/medicines management/near patient services

Person Specification Qualifications Essential minimum of 4 GSCEs grade A*- C (equivalent grades 9 - 4) (or equivalent) including oGCSE English at Grade C/Level 4 or above, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent English language evidence which can include Essential Skills Wales Communication Level 2. oGCSE Maths at Grade C/Level 4, Scottish National 5 or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy which can include Essential Skills Wales Application of Number Level 2. oOne GCSE Science at Grade C/Level 4 or above, or Scottish National 5 or equivalent. Skills Essential Commitment to undertake a training programme to achieve the relevant qualification Ability to travel throughout Powys in a timely manner Desirable Knowledge of NHS Pharmacy services Experience in multiple pharmacy sectors/medicines management/near patient services

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

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Bronllys hospital

Bronllys

LD30LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Bronllys hospital

Bronllys

LD30LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

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Working within HEIW's quality assurance framework, the successful candidate will play a key role in developing and delivering high-quality educational initiatives and resources that support quality improvement across the dental workforce in South East Wales. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the continuous improvement of patient care and professional practice through education and workforce development.

The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Quality Improvement team and wider Dental Deanery, contributing to a range of programmes and projects, sharing expertise, and supporting the achievement of team objectives and priorities.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about education, quality improvement and professional development, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders across the dental profession.

Please note that regular travel across South East Wales will be required as part of this role.

The application will be appointed on either the GP Educator Scale GP01 (Trac ID: 8201660) or Agenda for Change Band 7 (Trac ID: 8360595). Applicants are only required to submit one application depending on contract type.

Main duties of the job

Working within the quality assurance framework, the role holder will be required to commission, develop, and deliver a variety of quality improvement educational initiatives and resources, to support the whole of the dental workforce within the specified Health Board area.

Responsible for the planning, delivery and assessment of a range of Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives to the dental workforce Provide relevant educational support and advice on QI to dental teams, Health Board dental leaders, and any other relevant stakeholders

Work independently and autonomously and demonstrate contemporary knowledge and understanding of both local and national policy, regulations, and guidance in relation to professional development and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for the dental workforce

Work with other QI Dental Educators to design and deliver new QI initiatives as required to support the dental profession across Wales

About us

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is the strategic workforce body for NHS Wales with statutory functions that include education and training, workforce planning, workforce development and transformation, leadership and succession planning, and careers. Our purpose is to develop a workforce that delivers excellent care to patients/service users and excellent population health. We are a Special Health Authority working closely with our partners; Social Care Wales, education providers, professional and regulatory bodies and Welsh Government.

HEIW's is committed to developing an internal culture of choice. Our Values reflect our thoughts, feelings and beliefs in how we will, and will not, behave and treat others:

- Respect for All in every contact we have with others,

- Ideas that Improve: Harnessing creativity and continuously innovating, evaluating and improving,

- Together as a Team: Working with colleagues across NHS Wales and with partner organisations.

HEIW received the HPMA Award for Employee Engagement in 2019.

What you can expect:

- a corporate induction and 90 day Welcome itinerary,

- compassionate leadership,

- a meaningful values based performance appraisal process,

- the opportunity to impact upon health and social care services and the lives and wellbeing of the people of Wales.

Many of our colleagues and stakeholders have commented on the buzz and atmosphere we create by working together as "One HEIW Team". Do you want to join that team?

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Dental Postgraduate Deanery at HEIW for an enthusiastic and motivated Dental Educator (Quality Improvement) to join our Quality Improvement team.

Working within HEIW's quality assurance framework, the successful candidate will play a key role in developing and delivering high-quality educational initiatives and resources that support quality improvement across the dental workforce in South East Wales. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the continuous improvement of patient care and professional practice through education and workforce development.

The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Quality Improvement team and wider Dental Deanery, contributing to a range of programmes and projects, sharing expertise, and supporting the achievement of team objectives and priorities.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about education, quality improvement and professional development, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders across the dental profession.

Please note that regular travel across South East Wales will be required as part of this role.

The application will be appointed on either the GP Educator Scale GP01 (Trac ID: 8201660) or Agenda for Change Band 7 (Trac ID: 8360595). Applicants are only required to submit one application depending on contract type.

Main duties of the job

Working within the quality assurance framework, the role holder will be required to commission, develop, and deliver a variety of quality improvement educational initiatives and resources, to support the whole of the dental workforce within the specified Health Board area.

Responsible for the planning, delivery and assessment of a range of Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives to the dental workforce Provide relevant educational support and advice on QI to dental teams, Health Board dental leaders, and any other relevant stakeholders

Work independently and autonomously and demonstrate contemporary knowledge and understanding of both local and national policy, regulations, and guidance in relation to professional development and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for the dental workforce

Work with other QI Dental Educators to design and deliver new QI initiatives as required to support the dental profession across Wales

About us

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HEIW's is committed to developing an internal culture of choice. Our Values reflect our thoughts, feelings and beliefs in how we will, and will not, behave and treat others:

- Respect for All in every contact we have with others,

- Ideas that Improve: Harnessing creativity and continuously innovating, evaluating and improving,

- Together as a Team: Working with colleagues across NHS Wales and with partner organisations.

HEIW received the HPMA Award for Employee Engagement in 2019.

What you can expect:

- a corporate induction and 90 day Welcome itinerary,

- compassionate leadership,

- a meaningful values based performance appraisal process,

- the opportunity to impact upon health and social care services and the lives and wellbeing of the people of Wales.

Many of our colleagues and stakeholders have commented on the buzz and atmosphere we create by working together as "One HEIW Team". Do you want to join that team?

Job summary

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This post is being offered as a secondment opportunity only. If you wish to apply, you must have your line manager's approval before making an application. This post is for a fixed secondment period but may be extended or made permanent at the end of the secondment period depending on available funding and business requirement.

Main duties of the job

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About us

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is the strategic workforce body for NHS Wales with statutory functions that include education and training, workforce planning, workforce development and transformation, leadership and succession planning, and careers. Our purpose is to develop a workforce that delivers excellent care to patients/service users and excellent population health. We are a Special Health Authority working closely with our partners; Social Care Wales, education providers, professional and regulatory bodies and Welsh Government.

HEIW's is committed to developing an internal culture of choice. Our Values reflect our thoughts, feelings and beliefs in how we will, and will not, behave and treat others:

- Respect for All in every contact we have with others,

- Ideas that Improve: Harnessing creativity and continuously innovating, evaluating and improving,

- Together as a Team: Working with colleagues across NHS Wales and with partner organisations.

HEIW received the HPMA Award for Employee Engagement in 2019.

What you can expect:

- a corporate induction and 90 day Welcome itinerary,

- compassionate leadership,

- a meaningful values based performance appraisal process,

- the opportunity to impact upon health and social care services and the lives and wellbeing of the people of Wales.

Many of our colleagues and stakeholders have commented on the buzz and atmosphere we create by working together as "One HEIW Team". Do you want to join that team?

Job summary

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Main duties of the job

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About us

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