Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician – West Somerset Area £13.75 – £16.90 per hour (starting salary based on experience) Interviews scheduled: 30 October 2025 Permanent | Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working About the Role A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Medicines Management / Pharmacy Technician to join a well-established Primary Care Network (PCN) team in West Somerset. Working as part of a friendly and forward-thinking pharmacy team, you’ll help improve medicines safety, support GPs and clinicians, and enhance the quality of patient care across several practices in the region. Key Responsibilities Support medicines reconciliation to improve continuity of care for patients. Handle prescription and medication-related queries from patients and healthcare professionals. Assist in improving medicines management in care homes. Participate in audits, patient safety initiatives, and quality improvement projects. Work alongside a multidisciplinary team including pharmacists, GPs, social prescribers, care coordinators, and allied health professionals. Undertake the CPPE Pharmacy Technician in General Practice Training Pathway as part of professional development. About You Essential: Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) . NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent qualification. Practical experience as a pharmacy technician in primary care, community, or hospital settings. Confident using clinical systems and managing prescription processes. Desirable: Accredited Medicines Management Technician qualification. Experience working within GP practices or care homes. Strong understanding of clinical governance and medicines optimisation. Personal Attributes: Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Strong organisational ability and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload. IT literate with good problem-solving skills. What’s on Offer £13.75 – £16.90 per hour (depending on experience). Permanent contract with options for full-time, part-time, job share, or flexible working . Opportunities for ongoing professional development and national CPPE training. NHS or NEST pension eligibility. Supportive working environment across multiple modern GP surgeries. Locations: Taunton Minehead How to Apply If you’re an enthusiastic and qualified Pharmacy Technician looking to develop your career within a progressive and supportive primary care setting, we’d love to hear from you. Ryan.j@healthiipeople.com 07867 094576

Location: Somerset, UK, GB

Posted Date: 10/31/2025