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Are you interested in taking the next step in your professional development?
Join a team of like-minded professionals helping to shape the future for pharmacy technicians
Applications are now open for Member Observers to join the Executive Committee on a 12-month fixed term, voluntary basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for pharmacy technicians who are passionate about professional leadership, advocacy, and the future of our profession. As a Member Observer, you’ll gain insight into APTUK’s strategic work, contribute your voice to key discussions, and help us ensure our work reflects the needs of our members.
What you’ll gain:
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A behind-the-scenes view of national pharmacy leadership
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Opportunities to contribute to APTUK projects and initiatives
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A chance to grow your professional network and leadership skills
Who can apply:
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Current APTUK members
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Pharmacy technicians from any sector
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Individuals who are enthusiastic about shaping the future of our profession
Want to know more?
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Come and meet our current members observers
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APTUK Member Observers online Q&A drop-in session: Tuesday 18th November 2025, 7pm. Click here to join the meeting
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Take a look at the job description here: Member Observer job description
Apply by: Sunday 30th November 2025, 23:59
How to apply: Simply download and complete an application form and email to operations@aptuk.org before the closing date.
Interviews to be held: week commencing 8th December 2025
If you have any questions about the application process or would like to know more about the role, please contact: Elspeth Clark, elspeth.memberobserver@aptuk.org.
Now recruiting for
The purpose of this role is to partner with APTUK to lead and influence policy and practices for pharmacy technicians according to the home country needs. We are therefore looking for someone who will lead on achieving APTUK strategic objectives within Scotland, inform APTUK of current and emerging national and specific healthcare/pharmacy policies and priorities and implications for local practices, and consider local country workforce priorities and/or workforce planning to implement national government healthcare policies. You will also act as an APTUK advocate, to promote the work of APTUK to encourage country membership to ensure there is a truly national representation within APTUK.
If you would like to learn more about this post, please click on the following link to view and download the Professional Lead job description.
If you are interested in being part of the team, please download, complete an application form and send to operations@aptuk.org before the closing date.
If shortlisted, successful applicants will be invited to an online interview with members from the Executive Committee.
Closing date for applications: midnight Sunday 30th November 2025
This is an exciting time to join the APTUK team. The pharmacy technician profession continues to go from strength to strength, and more people are turning to their professional leadership body to drive change and ensure the voice of the pharmacy technician continues to be heard.
So why not get in touch today!
We encourage applicants from all over the UK and from different sectors of pharmacy to ensure we reflect our membership.
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.
