Band 2 Pharmacy Support Work Apprentice - Enfield, United Kingdom - Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals

Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals
Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals
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Enfield, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities:

To undertake an 18 month development programme in Pharmacy through work based learning and by participating in regular training sessions.

Supervision and support will be provided during all tasks, enabling the apprentice to work within the organisation to gain experience, confidence and to deliver effective and safe patient focused support, to the
designated team.

This training opportunity will lead to a substantive position within the Trust on completion of their apprenticeship.

Successfully completing the training programme will lead to a Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship qualification via distance learning and on the job training.


  • Pharmacy Support Worker Apprentices are appointed for a contracted period of 18 months during which time they participate in the general work of the hospital pharmacy service as a full team member in each section.
  • Learn, under the guidance, direction, control or supervision of registered Pharmacists, qualified Pharmacy Technicians and other staff to practice the skills of a Pharmacy Support Worker.
  • Undertake a course of study and assessment in preparation for Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship qualification with Buttercups Training
  • Alongside onthejob training, apprentices spend at a minimum of 6 hours per week of their working hours completing classroombased learning. Some study may be required outside of workings hours e.g. completion of college assignments, evidence etc.
  • This is a site specific rotational post through Procurement (RF site only), In Patients, Out Patients (BH site only) and Distribution services. Please note that rotations will be dependent on what site you are based in.
  • The post holder will be part of a high performing team that is expected to demonstrate the Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust values. This means that in undertaking this role the post holder is expected at all times to behave in a way that demonstrates commitment to the delivery of respectful and compassionate care.

Person specification:


Royal Free World Class Values:


Essential criteria:


  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & Qualifications:


Essential criteria:


  • GCSE Maths, English and Science
  • Grade A* to C (or equivalent)

Experience:


Essential criteria:


  • Good working knowledge of IT Microsoft Packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel and other relevant programmes.
  • Demonstrate understanding the importance of patient confidentiality and data protection.
  • Able to prioritise workload effectively

Desirable criteria:


  • Experience of stock management
  • Previous employment in the NHS

Skills & Aptitudes:


Essential criteria:


  • Team member with a flexible approach to work, willing to adapt to changing situations.

Desirable criteria:


  • Able to respond to unpredictable work patterns.

Personal Qualities:


Essential criteria:


  • Ability to develop effective working relationships across the organization.
  • Willingness to learn and committed to studies in order to achieve qualifications.
  • Maintain a professional approach: Smart and presentable.
  • Effective organisational skills
  • Familiar with computer systems and basic keyboard skills

Other:


Essential criteria:


  • Able to do Late duty, Weekend duties and bank holidays as roistered
  • Appreciation of need to maintain confidentiality and security
  • Awareness of Equal Opportunities
  • Enthusiastic and shows initiative
  • Flexibility with regard to changes in work schedule
  • Good attendance record and good time keeping/ time management
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