East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust • Canterbury CT1 3NG
About this role
Join our team as a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (PTPT)
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey towards a rewarding career in healthcare?
We are thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity for a passionate individual who are eager to start their career as PTPT. If you have GSCEs A*- C/ 9-4 in English, Maths and Science and a thirst for knowledge and growth, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
At EKHUFT we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services and improving the lives of our community members. As a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician you will be an integral part of our dynamic and caring team, committed to delivering high-quality patient care.
Why choose us?
We offer
- 2 year fixed-term training programme: our comprehensive 2 year training programme will provide you with hands-on experience, mentorship and the knowledge needed to excel as a pharmacy technician
- supportive environment: you will work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about teaching and helping you succeed.
- career advancement: upon successful completion of your training, you'll have the opportunity to work as a registered pharmacy technician with room for further growth
Please access the link below for a brief introduction to pharmacy
The post is a 2 year fixed-term full time and will involve the trainees rotating through all of the specialist sections of the pharmacy department. This qualification will enable you to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) at the end of your training placement. The trainee is supported throughout the training period, and with support, will learn to complete a range of tasks within timescales to a competent standard. You will undertake and complete an apprenticeship to obtain a Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmacy Technician Practice . This will involve working with an assessor to develop a work-based portfolio; undertaking work-based assessments, and completing assignments.
What you can expect
- exciting challenges: every day will bring new challenges and opportunities for growth
- continuous learning: you will be constantly expending your knowledge and skills, keeping up to date with the latest developments in pharmacy practice (access to a variety of specialised departments through rotations, shadowing opportunities and teaching sessions)
- making a difference: your work will directly impact the health and well being of our community
- rewarding career path: this is your chance to build a fulfilling and long lasting career in healthcare
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Interviews will be taking place within 2 weeks after job advert closing, On the interview day, please allow plenty of time as you might be invited for an informative group session and an individual interview after. Applicants must be able to start in September 2026
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in ‘Documents to download’.
If you have any further queries please don’t hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
This advert closes on Sunday 7 Jun 2026