Pharmacy Technician
Job summary
Are you a qualified Pharmacy Technician looking to make a real difference in how medicines are managed and used within a prison setting? Were looking for a motivated and skilled Pharmacy Technician to provide technical support on pharmaceutical matters and those pertaining to medicines management to the IOM Prison Healthcare service. The post holder will work alongside the Band 6 Lead pharmacy technician for the prison and the nursing and medical teams working within prison healthcare, including DAT and psychiatry clinicians.
Main duties of the job
This will involve significant liaison with GP Surgeries, community pharmacies and prison personnel. There are opportunities to improve the care of prison clients in supporting medication reviews, multi-disciplinary team meetings and clinical governance meetings, and a key part of the role will be management of the prison dispensary and medication administration rounds at the prison.
About us
By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man youll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Islands healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS. We provide lots of opportunities for professional learning and CPD, this includes use of our well-resourced education and training centre. At many of our locations youll have access to free on-site car parking. People who relocate here can also get a refund on their National Insurance contributions for the first year of living here. In addition, we offer generous relocation packages for most of our roles! On the Isle of Man you can benefit from great lifestyle opportunities, a safe environment and great schools. Manx residents benefit from lower tax rates compared to most countries in the EU.
Details
Date posted
12 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£36,423 to £45,738 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
11 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
MCX-022652
Job locations
Isle of Man Prison
Jurby
Isle of Man
IM7 3JP
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.
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.
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 sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.
A relocation package of up to £1,000 based on receipts is available for this role. This role also qualifies for a pro-rated recruitment incentive of up to £3,000, payable in the 1st month of employment. To find out more about our relocation package click here.
Job descriptionJob 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.
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.
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 sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.
A relocation package of up to £1,000 based on receipts is available for this role. This role also qualifies for a pro-rated recruitment incentive of up to £3,000, payable in the 1st month of employment. To find out more about our relocation package click here.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC in pharmaceutical science or NVQ Level 3 supported by appropriate underpinning knowledge from BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences, NPA or equivalent qualification
- Registered as a Practising Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
- Certified as an Accredited Checking Technician, or willingness to work toward this
- Post-registration qualifications: management/leadership certificates, clinical certificates or diploma or willing to work towards
- Satisfactory Police Check
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC in pharmaceutical science or NVQ Level 3 supported by appropriate underpinning knowledge from BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences, NPA or equivalent qualification
- Registered as a Practising Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
- Certified as an Accredited Checking Technician, or willingness to work toward this
- Post-registration qualifications: management/leadership certificates, clinical certificates or diploma or willing to work towards
- Satisfactory Police Check
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Manx Care
Address
Isle of Man Prison
Jurby
Isle of Man
IM7 3JP
Employer's website
https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Manx Care
Address
Isle of Man Prison
Jurby
Isle of Man
IM7 3JP
Employer's website
https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)
Salary range
- £36,423 - £45,738 per year