Assistant Technical Officer - Aseptic Services

Job summary

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of the biggest, most ambitious, and progressive NHS Trusts in the country. We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who is an excellent team player, flexible, self-motivated, and able to demonstrate professionalism, excellent organisational and communication skills. You must be able to work accurately, quickly and under pressure, have a good eye for detail, be able to prioritise your workload to meet deadlines and be committed to deliver a high standard patient focused service. This role will include 1 in 5 Saturdays (9-1:30pm), working as part of a rota. Bank Holiday working as part of a rota and worked across site. Posts will be based at the Oxford Road Campus however may have to work across site as required.

Main duties of the job

• Demonstrate professionalism
• Work using own initiative to meet deadlines and patient need
• Have the ability to work accurately and methodically in busy Aseptic Services Units
• Perform effectively under pressure and have an excellent eye for detail
• Be committed to deliver a high standard in patient focused service

You will prepare Neonatal, Paediatric & Adult PN, Adult & Paediatric Chemotherapy, CIVAS and Clinical Trials across [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], working innovatively to provide services to the patients. There may be a requirement in the future to provide cover at any of the sites within [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. All staff are supported to develop their potential through a structured personal development programme and to develop your aseptic skills and knowledge. To work towards completing a NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Manufacturing course for support staff. The Aseptic Services Unit has a genuine good balance of professionalism, friendliness by working together to meet the needs of patients.

About us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe, a great place to start or grow your career. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do. You'll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here. You'll find that we're committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we'll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter. Most importantly, you'll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You'll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we're All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.

Details

• Date posted: 04 May 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 2
• Salary: £25,272 a year, Per Annum, Pro Rata
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 349-CSS-7945605*MGR
• Job locations: Wythenshawe Campus, Southmoor Road, Manchester, M23 9LT

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we're proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity Matters [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Communication

Essential

• Good Communication skills written and verbal
• Customer care skills

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• 2 GCSE's or equivalent grade C or above in Mathematics and English
• Ability to follow procedures
• Ability to participate in training programmes and successfully achieve the required training
• Evidence of working as part of a team

Desirable

• NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent nationally recognised qualification
• GCSE's or equivalent including Science
• Hospital Pharmacy/ Aseptic experience

Analytical

Essential

• Evidence of Prioritising workload
• Evidence of computer skills
• Evidence of methodical working with attention to detail

Desirable

• Evidence of problem solving

Employer details

Employer name: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Address: Wythenshawe Campus, Southmoor Road, Manchester, M23 9LT

Employer's website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Lead Technician - Aseptic Services (Wythenshawe), Sarah Walker, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], [contact hidden]