Practice Plus Group
Pharmacy Technician
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Pharmacy Technician
#About The Role
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Wealstun, a category C prison located near Wetherby, Yorkshire.
HMP Wealstun is a male prison that focuses on training and education. The pharmacy has its own dispensary and consists of a full team of around 15 staff, including both permanent and bank staff.
Hours
- 37.5 hours a week
- Working 4 days (3x 9.5-hour days and 1x 9-hour day)
- Weekend and bank holiday work included on a rota basis
- Currently: 1 weekend per month (split between days or worked together)
Salary
- Full-time position with an annual salary up to £41,658 per annum, depending on experience.
Our Support
We will support you every step of the way with:
- Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
- Competency framework
- Regional and national career development opportunities
- Learning Management System to address your learning needs
- Support from the wider team
Candidate eligibility includes a Legal right to work in the UK and must undergo additional vetting and security checks due to the nature of the role.
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Your Responsibilities as a Pharmacy Technician
Your role will involve delivering patient-centred care, ensuring medicines management is safe, secure, and efficient. You will:
- Provide outstanding quality patient care, actively listening to and acting on feedback to personalise treatment.
- Maintain up-to-date medical records and adhere to all standard operating procedures.
- Deliver non-judgemental care within professional standards, including:
- Timely administration of medicines
- Analysing cost-effective prescribing as per our unique Health in Justice medicines policy
- Support a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
Career Development Opportunities
We are committed to your professional growth with both internal and external development options to enhance your skills and expertise.
Additional Perks
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Ongoing role growth and professional development support
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline
- Financial support for staff when needed
What We’re Looking For in You
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group operates across 53+ prisons, young offenders, and immigration removal centres, providing NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments—always prioritizing patient needs.
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Practice Plus Group Core Values
We believe in: ✅ Treating patients and colleagues with kindness and respect ✅ Acting with integrity ✅ Embracing diversity ✅ Continuously improving together
We’re seeking caring, compassionate, and driven professionals who can help us ensure fair and inclusive healthcare access for all patients.
Essential Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 (or above), BTEC, or equivalent pharmacy qualification
- Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC)
- Current Continual Professional Development (CPD) compliance
- Relevant post-qualification experience in pharmacy
- General GCSE education (or equivalent)
- Ability to work unsupervised while adhering to policies and procedures
Ideal Qualities (But Not Essential)
- Experience in hospital, community, or prison pharmacy settings
Why Choose a Secure Environment Career?
A secure environment demands high professionalism and adaptability, offering: ✔ Relevant skills development ✔ Fresh challenges daily ✔ A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in prison health systems
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