Aseptic Technician / Science Manufacturing Technician

The closing date is 28th Jun 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Aseptic Technician / Science Manufacturing Technician to join our Pharmacy Aseptic Unit. We provide high quality support to our patients and are looking for a motivated, flexible and forward thinking Technician.

We provide the safe and efficient provision of aseptic chemotherapy and monoclonal antibody products to patients in Somerset Foundation Trust.

We do encourage flexible working so would accept applicants that can work a minimum of 22.5hrs.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

The successful applicant will join our friendly team of assistants, technicians and pharmacists.

Working in our newly refurbished aseptic suite at the Beacon Production Unit, this is a Pharmacy run production unit with specialist equipment to help prepare individual patient treatments safely and efficiently.

You will also help to support, develop and implement Quality management systems to provide reassurance of the safe running of the aseptic unit.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good general education to include Science, Maths and English at grades A* to C

Must be able to communicate in English Language, both written and verbally appropriate to the post.

Must have NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services and BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent Science Manufacturing .

Desirable

• Accredited to perform pre and in process checks (Band 4 must be willing to undertake accreditation training).

Experience

Essential

Demonstrated experience of working in a Aseptic preparation service.

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.

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact

Amanda Sweet

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01823382740

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32073.00 to £39043.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-Time, Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-PU-5168

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA