Pharmacy Technician - Prisons Temporary, Part Time

Position: Pharmacy Technician - Prisons (Contract, Temporary, Part Time)
Location: Salford

Pharmacy Technician – Prison Cleared

Male Reception Estate | Secure Environment
Agency Shifts | Immediate Start Available

Austin Dean Recruitment is currently recruiting an experienced, prison-cleared Pharmacy Technician to support a busy male reception estate within a secure custodial healthcare setting (prison).

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and organised Pharmacy Technician who is familiar with prison healthcare processes and thrives in a fast-paced, structured environment.

Role Overview

You will play a vital role in supporting the safe, accurate, and timely delivery of medicines within a custodial setting, working closely with pharmacists, healthcare teams, and prison staff.

Key Responsibilities

* Dispense and assemble medicines accurately in line with prescriptions and SOPs

* Support medicines reconciliation for new prison receptions

* Manage stock control, ordering, and storage of medications

* Assist with in-possession and controlled drugs processes

* Maintain accurate patient medication records and documentation

* Ensure compliance with prison security procedures and medicines management legislation

* Work collaboratively with pharmacists, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams

* Support audits, governance, and quality improvement initiatives

Essential Requirements

* Qualified Pharmacy Technician (BTEC / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

* Registered with the GPhC

* Current prison clearance (mandatory)

* Previous experience working within a prison or secure environment

* Strong knowledge of medicines management and controlled drugs

* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

* Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume reception setting

* Enhanced DBS - must be n the update service

Why Work with Austin Dean Recruitment?

* Competitive hourly pay

* Weekly payroll

* Multiple payment options: PAYE / Umbrella / Limited Company

* Priority access to NHS & prison healthcare shifts nationwide

* Fast-track registration & dedicated compliance support

* Ongoing support from a specialist healthcare recruitment team

Apply Now

If you are a prison-cleared Pharmacy Technician looking for a secure, well-supported role with excellent rates and flexibility, we want to hear from you.

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Due to the nature of the custodial setting, only candidates with current prison clearance are eligible to apply for this position