Visa Note
Please note that while this employer offers a certificate of sponsorship for UK work permits, applicants must verify their eligibility requirements directly with Nuffield Health. Immigration rules and visa processes can change, and confirmation of sponsorship is subject to meeting all relevant criteria set by UK Visas and Immigration.
About the Position
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly team at Wessex Hospital in Chandler’s Ford, Southampton. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary of £29,500 per annum, working 37.5 hours per week. The successful candidate will play a vital role in our pharmacy department, ensuring the safe and effective delivery of pharmaceutical services to our patients.
About Nuffield Health
Nuffield Health is one of the UK’s largest healthcare charities, operating a network of hospitals, fitness and wellbeing centres, and healthcare clinics across the country. Our approach is to fully integrate medicines into a personalised pathway of patient care, allowing you to do the best job you can while growing your career with us. At Nuffield Health, we believe in taking care of what’s important to our staff, which is why we’ve developed a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and professional development.
Wessex Hospital
Wessex Hospital is a stunning 46-bedded private hospital located in West Hampshire, with specialisms in Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Urology, Women’s Health, and Spinal surgery. The hospital benefits from having onsite Radiology, Pathology, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, and Hydrotherapy services, providing patients with a complete package of care. The facility includes 16 consulting rooms with specialty outpatient rooms, 46 private patient bedrooms with en-suite facilities, a 24-hour resident doctor on site (RMO), four operating theatres, and one endoscopy suite.
Key Responsibilities
As a Pharmacy Technician at Nuffield Health Wessex Hospital, you will work closely with our Pharmacy Manager to deliver a comprehensive pharmacy service. Your responsibilities will include providing in-house pharmacy services, procurement, distribution, stock taking, and replenishment of pharmacy items to wards and departments. You will also be involved in evaluation, final accuracy checks, and dispensing of medications. Ensuring patient experience and safety remains at the heart of everything you do is paramount to this role.
Person Specification
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, experienced, and motivated to join our friendly team. To succeed as a Pharmacy Technician, you must be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Society and hold NVQ Level 3 Pharmacy service or an equivalent qualification. You should have experience working either within a hospital or community pharmacy setting, along with strong IT skills, good literacy, numeracy, and communication abilities.
Essential Qualifications
The essential qualifications for this position include NVQ Level 3 Pharmacy service or an equivalent qualification, which demonstrates your technical knowledge and competence in pharmacy practice. You must also be currently registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Society, which is the regulatory body for pharmacy professionals in the UK. This registration ensures that you meet the professional standards required for safe and effective practice.
Essential Experience
Essential experience for this role includes practical experience working either within a hospital or community pharmacy setting. This hands-on experience is crucial for understanding the day-to-day operations of a pharmacy environment, including medication dispensing, stock management, and patient interaction. Your experience should demonstrate your ability to work as part of a team and deliver a high-quality pharmacy service where patient experience and safety are at the heart of everything you do.
Skills and Abilities
In addition to your qualifications and experience, we require candidates to have good IT skills, as modern pharmacy practice increasingly relies on digital systems for inventory management, prescription processing, and record keeping. Strong literacy and numeracy skills are essential for accurately interpreting prescriptions, calculating dosages, and maintaining precise records. Excellent communication skills are also vital for effective interaction with patients, healthcare professionals, and team members.
Benefits Package
At Nuffield Health, we want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy, and valued. That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive benefits package with you in mind. Our benefits include free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts, and pension options. You can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health, and wellbeing rewards that support your personal and professional development. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what’s important to you.
Work Environment
The pharmacy department at Wessex Hospital provides a supportive and professional working environment where you can develop your skills and advance your career. Our team is committed to delivering excellent patient care while maintaining the highest standards of pharmaceutical practice. You will have access to modern facilities and equipment that support efficient and effective pharmacy operations, allowing you to focus on providing the best possible service to our patients.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Nuffield Health is pleased to offer a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible international candidates who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK. We welcome applications from qualified Pharmacy Technicians who meet the requirements for this sponsorship. For further information about the sponsorship process and eligibility criteria, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website or contact our recruitment team directly.
Application Process
To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and search for reference number JR0091965. Applications are considered as we receive them, and we reserve the right to close adverts early if we receive an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore, it is advisable to apply as soon as possible to ensure you are considered for this role. The closing date for applications is 12 November 2025.
Criminal Records Checks
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and it will be necessary for a submission to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. This is a standard requirement for healthcare positions to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients. All information will be handled in accordance with data protection legislation.
Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Society. For further information about UK registration requirements for overseas-qualified professionals, please see the NHS Careers website. Our recruitment team can also provide guidance on the registration process for international candidates who are newly qualified or who have trained outside the UK.
Criminal Records Requirements for Overseas Applicants
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK have been required 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 on obtaining these certificates can be found on the UK government website for criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Contact Information
For questions about this position, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at People Services. You can reach us by email at [email protected] or by phone at 03001235080 during business hours. Our recruitment team is available to provide information about the role, the application process, and sponsorship opportunities for qualified international candidates.
Employer Details
Nuffield Health is the employer for this position, with the hospital located at Winchester Road, Chandler’s Ford, Hampshire, Southampton, SO53 2DW. For more information about Nuffield Health and our healthcare services, please visit our website at https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com. Our website contains further details about this role, information about our benefits package, and other career opportunities within our organisation.
How to Apply
Apply via NHS Jobs website. International applicants should follow these steps: 1) Verify your visa eligibility with Nuffield Health before applying, 2) Prepare your CV and qualifications documentation, 3) Ensure you have current UK professional registration or are in the process of obtaining it, 4) Complete the online application form on the NHS Jobs website, reference number JR0091965, 5) Contact the recruitment team if you require assistance with the sponsorship process. Early application is advised as positions may close before the advertised date if high volumes are received.
Equal Opportunities
Nuffield Health is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We value diversity in our workforce and believe that employing people from different backgrounds and cultures enriches our organisation and benefits the patients we serve. All applications will be assessed solely on merit and the requirements of the position.
Join Our Team
Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. If you are a motivated Pharmacy Technician looking for a new challenge in a healthcare organisation that values your contributions and supports your growth, we encourage you to apply for this position at Wessex Hospital.
