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Join the Team Driving the Future of the Pharmacy Technician Profession!

If you would like to join a team of like-minded pharmacy technicians who are passionate about driving the profession forward, whilst developing your own career, then get in touch! 

Are you ready to make a national impact?

The Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK) is entering an exciting new phase of growth and development. As the professional leadership body representing pharmacy technicians across the UK, we are expanding our team and seeking ambitious, innovative and passionate professionals who want to help shape the future of healthcare.

Our current vacant positions are below, but if you feel that you have skills that would benefit APTUK, then please email us at operations@aptuk.org with your details.

APTUK recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. Our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity enhances our inclusive approach, which we endeavour will attract a diverse pool of talent and experience. It's really important we thrive on being different, validate our varied experiences, and express how we think with a valued voice. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.  

About APTUK

Director of Education

We are seeking an enthusiastic, influential, and strategically minded Director of Education to develop and implement an education strategy that reflects the requirements of the pharmacy technician profession.

About the role

This role provides a real opportunity to drive, inform and influence the national education agenda for pharmacy technicians. You will implement strategic plans and policies throughout the organisation, and act as a representative and ambassador to promote positive relationships and strong partnerships with stakeholders for the benefit of the APTUK and the wider pharmacy technician profession.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has an excellent understanding of the current pharmacy technician education landscape - standards, opportunities and challenges
  • Has experience of engaging with professional networks, stakeholders, and national initiatives. 
  • Is an effective communicator with the ability to represent the profession credibly and professionally. 
  • Can work collaboratively while also taking initiative and lead on key areas of work. 

If you would like to learn more about this volunteer position on the APTUK Board of Directors, please click on the following link to view and download the Education Director job description.

If you are passionate about pharmacy technician education and would like to get more involved, then please download and complete an application form and email to operations@aptuk.org before the closing date of 15th November 2026.  

Successful applicants will be invited to an online interview with members from the Executive Committee where there will be the opportunity to meet some of the team and ask any questions.   

 Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 15th November 2026.  

 

Director of Professional Practice and Policy

We are seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Director of Professional Practice and Policy to provide strategic leadership in shaping professional standards, influencing policy and supporting the continued development of pharmacy technician practice across the UK.

Working closely with the President, Executive Committee, Board and external stakeholders, you will help ensure APTUK remains a credible and influential voice for the profession. You will lead the development of professional standards, policy statements, consultation responses and practice-related guidance, ensuring these reflect the needs of pharmacy technicians and the evolving healthcare landscape.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of APTUK, represent the profession and help shape the future of pharmacy technician practice.

About you

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about the pharmacy technician profession and has the vision, skills and commitment to help shape its future.

You will ideally bring:

  • A strong understanding of pharmacy technician practice and the wider UK pharmacy and healthcare landscape.
  • The ability to think strategically, identify priorities and translate ideas into achievable plans.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate, support and work collaboratively with colleagues.
  • A commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and ensuring the pharmacy technician voice is heard.
  • A willingness to contribute time, energy and expertise to support APTUK’s charitable and professional objectives.

If you would like to learn more about this volunteer position on the APTUK Board of Directors, please click on the following link to view and download the Director of Professional Practice and Policy job description

If you would like to apply for the role, then please download and complete an application form and email to operations@aptuk.org before the closing date of 15th November 2026.  

Successful applicants will be invited to an online interview with members from the Executive Committee where there will be the opportunity to meet some of the team and ask any questions.   

 Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 15th November 2026.  

Director of Corporate Services

Are you passionate about organisational leadership, good governance and building sustainable services that make a difference?

APTUK is seeking a proactive, organised and forward-thinking Director of Corporate Services to maintain strong organisational governance, support business operations, oversee policies and procedures, and ensure appropriate systems are in place to enable APTUK to achieve its ambitions for pharmacy technicians and the wider profession.

Working closely with the Executive Committee, Board, volunteers and external stakeholders, this role will enable APTUK to achieve its ambitions for pharmacy technicians and the wider profession through long-term sustainability.

About you

We are looking for someone who is committed to APTUK’s purpose and can bring strategic thinking, sound judgement and a collaborative approach to organisational leadership.

You will ideally have: 

  • a proactive and flexible approach, with a willingness to contribute ideas and help develop practical solutions.
  • a commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion underpinned by the professional development of pharmacy technicians.
  • experience of working within a voluntary, membership-based, charitable or professional organisation would be an advantage, as would direct experience of governance, risk management, finance, compliance or organisational development.

For more detailed information on this volunteer role, please view and download the Director of Corporate Services job description.

If you would like to apply for the role, then please download and complete an application form and email to operations@aptuk.org before the closing date of 15th November 2026.  

Successful applicants will be invited to an online interview with members from the Executive Committee where there will be the opportunity to meet some of the team and ask any questions.   

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills and experience to a national professional organisation, helping to ensure APTUK is well equipped to champion pharmacy technicians and advance the wider profession.

Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 15th November 2026.  

Bring your member perspective to APTUK: Member Observer opportunity

Would you like to bring members’ experiences into APTUK’s discussions and learn more about how your professional association works?

We’re inviting applications for a Member Observer to join the APTUK Executive Committee for a 12-month term during 2027.

This voluntary opportunity combines member engagement, professional development and practical communications work. You’ll contribute a member perspective, ask constructive questions and help provide assurance that Executive Committee decisions remain focused on members’ needs.

What will you do?

As Member Observer, you will:

  • Bring members’ perspectives and experiences into Executive Committee discussions.
  • Consider how proposed actions and decisions could affect different membership groups.
  • Coordinate and prepare the monthly APTUK newsletter, gathering contributions and working with the designated lead to secure approval before publication.
  • Share learning from your experience and contribute to the annual report and an end-of-term summary.
  • Respond to Member Observer correspondence and complete agreed activities.

This is a non-voting observer role, rather than a director or elected position.

Who can apply?

You must be a current APTUK member, working or training in a pharmacy-related setting, and be:

  • A GPhC-registered pharmacy technician;
  • A qualified pharmacy technician in Northern Ireland; or
  • Undertaking an approved pre-registration trainee pharmacy technician programme.

We’re looking for someone who communicates clearly, listens to different viewpoints, asks constructive questions and demonstrates APTUK’s values and behaviours.

You do not need previous formal committee experience. Relevant examples can come from training, workplace improvement, volunteering or other activities.

What commitment is involved?

The role is primarily home-based, with an expected commitment of approximately 2–3 hours per week, including two 60-minute online evening meetings per month.

Occasional face-to-face or full-day activities may require additional time, agreed in advance. You’ll receive a structured induction, a named support contact and ongoing support from APTUK colleagues. Reasonable travel and other agreed expenses are reimbursed in line with APTUK’s policy.

Want to know more?

Come and meet our current Member Observers at the APTUK Member Observer Q&A drop-in session: Tuesday 10 November, 7.30 – 8.30pm

Read the full job description and person specification for details of the responsibilities, eligibility and support available.

Applications close: Tuesday 17 November, 23:59
To apply: download and complete an application form and email to operations@aptuk.org
For questions or reasonable adjustments: membershipdirector@aptuk.org

Bring your perspective, develop your skills and help keep members’ experiences at the heart of APTUK’s work.