Pharmacy Technician Salary in the UK — 2026
Based on 115 salary data points from live job listings. There are currently 245 pharmacy technician jobs advertised.
NHS vs Community Pharmacy Pay
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Pharmacy Technician Salary by Region
The highest-paying region for pharmacy technician roles is London at £41,308, while North East has the lowest median at £32,640 — a gap of £8,668.
| Region | Median Salary | 25th–75th Percentile | Data Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £41,308 | £32,175 — £42,898 | 12 |
| East Midlands | £34,422 | £34,422 — £34,422 | 5 |
| East of England | £34,422 | £32,048 — £35,913 | 12 |
| North West | £34,422 | £31,313 — £42,631 | 16 |
| South East | £34,422 | £32,447 — £40,952 | 17 |
| South West | £34,422 | £32,099 — £38,527 | 15 |
| West Midlands | £34,422 | £33,086 — £34,422 | 12 |
| Yorkshire and the Humber | £34,422 | £34,422 — £34,422 | 17 |
| North East | £32,640 | £31,803 — £33,532 | 3 |
Top Employers
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Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust£34,822
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust£45,078
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University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust£34,422
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Spectrum Community Health CIC£35,016
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Practice Plus Group£36,891
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University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust£34,422
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The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust£39,614
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The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust£33,532
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Somerset NHS Foundation Trust£42,631
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Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust£34,866
About Pharmacy Technician Salaries in the UK
The average pharmacy technician salary across the UK is £34,422 per year as of 2026, based on analysis of 115 current job listings from across England. Salaries range from £27,822 at the lower end to £50,732 for senior or specialist positions.
Pharmacy Technician Demand
With over 27,000 registered pharmacy technicians in the UK and growing demand driven by expanded clinical services, including Pharmacy First and independent prescribing support, pharmacy technician roles are increasingly valued. The GPhC registers around 2,000 new technicians annually.
Factors Affecting Pharmacy Technician Pay
Key factors influencing pharmacy technician salaries include: sector (NHS vs community), location (London premium of ~£3,000–£5,000), experience level, additional qualifications (independent prescribing, clinical diplomas), and whether the role includes management responsibilities. Locum rates are typically higher but without employment benefits.
Latest live pharmacy technician vacancies
PharmSee is currently tracking 245 active pharmacy technician vacancies across the UK from 11 pharmacy chains and NHS Jobs. Refreshed every 12 hours. Below: the most recently discovered listings.
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Relief Pharmacy Assistant or Pharmacy Technician Relief Pharmacy Technician / Relief Dispenser (Pharmacy Assistant) Day Lewis Pharmacy – Herefordshire & Forest of DeanGloucestershire, GL5 Compet Day LewisDay Lewis
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Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Technician- GPhC Registered - S10 1UH (Crookes) 35 Hours per WeekSheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom, S10 1UH Competitive + Benefits Full-time · Permanent Day LewisDay Lewis
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Pharmacy Assistant Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser / Pharmacy Technician– Day Lewis Hereford Join Our Day Lewis Hereford Pharmacy TeamHereford, Herefordshire, United Kingdom, HR4 9NR Competitive + B Day LewisDay Lewis
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NVQ L2 Qualified Pharmacy Assistant Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser or Pharmacy Technician – Day Lewis Berry Hill Join Our Day Lewis Berry Hill Pharmacy TeamBerry Hill. NR. Coleford, Gloucestershire, Day LewisDay Lewis · £10.85 - £12.75
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Pharmacy Accuracy Checking Technician - Seaton Superstore TescoTesco · Seaton
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Accuracy Checking Technician WellWell Pharmacy · market deeping, United Kingdom (Incl. Northern Ireland) · £15.85 - £15.85
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Band 3 Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician NhsJobsBirmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust · Erdington, Birmingham, B23 6AL · £25760.00 to £27476.00 p.a.
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Senior Pharmacy Technician - Medicines Safety & Optimisation NhsJobsHertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust · Radlett, WD79FB · £41957.00 to £50387.00 p.a.
See all 245 pharmacy technician vacancies →
Frequently asked questions
What is the average pharmacy technician salary in the UK?
The median pharmacy technician salary in the UK is £34,422 per year as of 2026, based on 115 current job listings tracked by PharmSee. The 25th–75th percentile range is £32,255–£39,614.
How many pharmacy technician jobs are open in the UK right now?
PharmSee is currently tracking 245 active pharmacy technician vacancies in the UK from 11 UK pharmacy chains and NHS Jobs. Listings refresh every 12 hours.
What qualifications does a UK pharmacy technician need?
Pharmacy technicians in the UK must complete a GPhC-accredited Level 3 qualification (such as a BTEC or NVQ) and register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) to practise.
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Methodology
Salary data is collected from live job listings across 11 pharmacy employers and job boards in the UK. We apply IQR-based statistical filtering (1.5× interquartile range) to remove outliers caused by data entry errors or unusual compensation structures. Hourly rates are converted to annual equivalents using a 37.5-hour week. NHS salaries include basic pay only (no unsocial hours or high-cost area supplements). Data is refreshed daily. Sample size: 116 total, 115 after filtering.