Posted 1 month ago
Locum Senior Pharmacy Technician - Guildford
AI Summary
A Senior Pharmacy Technician leads day-to-day hospital pharmacy operations, overseeing safe and accurate medicines preparation, dispensing, stock control, and compliance while advising multidisciplinary teams in a Guildford private hospital.
About this role
Job Title: Senior Pharmacy Technician
Banding: Band 6 Equivalent
Location: Guildford, Surrey
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 2 months initially with option to extend
Salary: £27-31
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Job Overview
Pulse is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Pharmacy Technician to join the pharmacy team in Guildford. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in supporting the delivery of high-quality pharmacy services within a well-established private hospital.
The successful candidate will work closely with pharmacists and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the safe, effective, and efficient provision of medicines management services, while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day operations of the hospital pharmacy, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of pharmaceutical services.
- Oversee the preparation, checking, and dispensing of medicines, maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and patient safety.
- Manage medication stock levels and inventory, ensuring essential medicines are available when required.
- Provide expert advice and support to healthcare professionals, patients, and carers regarding medicines management.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
- Previous hospital pharmacy experience is essential.
- Demonstrable experience in medicines management, dispensing, and stock control.
- Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Why Choose Pulse?
From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in registering with Pulse, learning more about this role, or exploring other opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with us.
International Recruitment Notice
Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
Skills
Explore related jobs
More jobs at Pulse Healthcare
- Locum Biomedical Scientist - Blood Transfusion - EdinburghLondon
- Band 7 Pharmacist - Hospital & Prescribing - BirminghamLondon
- Band 5 Pharmacy Technician - Checker/Dispenser - West LondonLondon
- Band 7 Anticoagulation Pharmacist - SurreyLondon
- Band 5/6 Pharmacy Technician - MMT - South LondonLondon
- Locum Band 8a Biomedical Scientist - Blood Transfusion - CarlisleCarlisle
Similar Clinical Compliance jobs
Jobs in Guildford
Lead ProducerStellar Entertainment Software Ltd · Guildford, UK- Breakfast & After School Club Manager - Guildford GU2Junior Adventures Group · Guildford, England
- Bank ReceptionistNuffield Health · Guildford
- Oncology PharmacistNuffield Health · Guildford
- Staff Nurse (Bank)Nuffield Health · Guildford
- Senior Associate/ Legal Director - Corporate (FTC)Clyde & Co US LLP · Guildford
Browse these categories
Market data for this role
All reports →- SeriesRole reportsOne role family at a time: how many openings, what changed this week, who is hiring, what it pays.
- SeriesSalary reportsWhat employers publish in job postings, by level and workplace. Not self-reported pay.
- Market overviewState of tech hiring, September 2026: up 4.8%Tech hiring rose 4.8% month over month in September 2026, with 411,122 new listings. Customer support and account executive roles led the growth.