Pharmacy Assistant - Aseptic Service

Provide support to the Pharmacy technicians and Pharmacists by the assembly and manufacture of specific aseptically prepared items including chemotherapy. Responsible for monitoring aseptic service stock levels and ensuring required products are ordered. Practice to the regulatory principles set out in EU Good Manufacturing Practice, following all Standard Operating Procedures. Contribute to the overall operation of the Aseptic Unit aiding the Aseptic Service technicians and participate in the training of new staff and students. Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom., The Aseptic Service manufactures medicines in specialised clean room environments for patients across Cwm Taf UHB and beyond. The items manufactured include chemotherapy, intravenous feeds for adults and premature babies and other intravenous therapies. The main responsibilities will include assembling and aseptically preparing medicines, carrying out quality control procedures such as environmental monitoring, cleaning of restricted areas, alarm testing and reviewing these values to highlight out of specification results. There will be a need for stock levels to be reviewed regularly to ensure required products are ordered. You will need to have an attention for detail and be methodical and accurate. You will also have to have good keyboard skills as the post will involve documentation creation on software systems and entering environmental monitoring data into the Quality Assurance System software. You must possess excellent communication and organisational skills in order to provide an efficient and safe pharmacy service for patients and the running of the service in a busy environment. The candidate will require (or be in a position to undertake) the NVQ level 2 Units relating to Aseptic Services (or to have recent knowledge and practice of aseptic processes, documentation, computer systems and be able to complete) the NVQ Pharmacy Manufacturing Modules., Applicants who are not UK or Republic of Ireland nationals will require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa unless they already hold permission to work via another route. Prospective applicants should self-assess their eligibility for sponsorship by visiting the UK Government's Work in the UK guidance. For eligible candidates, the Health and Care Visa offers reduced application costs and exempts payment of the annual Immigration Health Surcharge. Please ensure you check your email regularly, as all recruitment correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on your application form. Applications are welcome in either Welsh or English, with no preference given to the language used. We reserve the right to close a vacancy early or withdraw an advertisement to accommodate the redeployment of internal staff into suitable roles. All posts are subject to relevant checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and, where required, Professional Registration verification. We are proud to be a Living Wage Employer.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers. Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities. CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life. Our CTM 2030 Strategy-Our Health, Our Future-focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development. At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Thank you for your interest in joining Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board. Located in the heart of South Wales, we're central to Cardiff, Newport, and Swansea. Deeply rooted in our community, as an NHS organisation we are dedicated to providing compassionate patient care and building healthier communities together. At CTM, you'll be part of a supportive, inclusive team from diverse nations, cultures, and backgrounds. Every role counts, every person matters, and together, we're creating a space where everyone can thrive. Discover more about working with us here: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board - Join CTM Home - Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board The Agenda for Change Pay Award for 2026/27 is effective from 1^st April 2026. Please note successful applicants with a start date from 1^st April onwards the salary will be as per the 2026/27 pay award. For further detail the pay circular is available via this link https://www.nhs.wales/files/pc-resources/afc-w-02-2026-pdf-pdf?ts=1773244958086