Senior Pharmacy Technician - Aseptics

Job summary

Are you an experienced Pharmacy Technician looking to take the next step in your career in a beautiful island setting? Join us as a Senior Pharmacy Technician Aseptics and play a leading role in the delivery and ongoing improvement of our Aseptic Unit at Noble's Hospital on the Isle of Man.

Working alongside the Specialist Pharmacist, you'll help provide a safe, efficient and high-quality aseptic preparation service that supports cancer treatments and other specialist therapies across Manx Care.

This is an exciting opportunity to take responsibility for a specialist service, overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Aseptic Unit while supporting a dedicated team of Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants and support staff.

You'll be instrumental in ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), maintaining the Pharmaceutical Quality System (PQS) and driving continuous improvement to ensure the highest standards of safety and service delivery.

Main duties of the job Working closely with oncology, nursing and multidisciplinary teams, you'll coordinate the production and supply of aseptically prepared medicines, helping to ensure patients receive their treatments safely, efficiently and on time.

You'll lead quality audits, develop and review Standard Operating Procedures, manage training and competency programmes, and contribute to the ongoing enhancement of both the Aseptic Unit and wider Pharmacy Service.

Whether you're already working within aseptics or are an experienced hospital Pharmacy Technician with previous aseptic services experience, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patient care while strengthening your leadership and management skills.

You'll bring significant hospital pharmacy experience, strong leadership and communication skills, a sound understanding of GMP and quality assurance principles, and a passion for developing people, improving services and delivering safe, effective patient care.

If you're ready to make an impact within a vital specialist service, we'd love to hear from you.

About us

By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man, you'll enjoy the opportunity to work in a healthcare system that is similar to, but separate from, the NHS, offering a refreshing change from many of the pressures and demands experienced elsewhere in the UK.

We are committed to supporting your professional development through a wide range of learning and continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities, including access to our well-equipped Education and Training Centre.

Many of our sites offer free on-site parking, and we provide generous relocation packages for the majority of our roles to help make your move as seamless as possible. Beyond work, the Isle of Man offers an exceptional quality of life, with stunning landscapes, a safe and welcoming community and excellent schools.

Residents also benefit from lower personal tax rates than those found in many other European jurisdictions, helping you make the most of your earnings.

Job description

Job

responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales. A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement. Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers. Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks. Free on-site car parking.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners. Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment. Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues. Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month.

To find out more about our relocation package click here: hr.gov.im/media/2518/manx-care-relocation-package-information.pdf.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential BTEC in Pharmacy Services or NVQ level 3 supported by underpinning knowledge. Registered as a practising Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Successfully completed Aseptic Preparation and Dispensing of Medicines course.

NVQ level 3 or equivalent management qualification or two years significant management experience. Hold, or be willing to work towards, an accredited Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) qualification. Hold, or be willing to work towards, accredited Pre- and In Process Checking (PIPC) status.

Hold, or be willing to work towards, Product Approval Accreditation Programme (PAAP) status.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.