Pharmaceutical technicians and the Skilled Worker route
Pharmaceutical technicians (SOC 3212) is an occupation on the UK's Skilled Worker eligible list, which means employers with a sponsor licence can sponsor workers in this role when the job meets the salary and skill requirements for the route. The published going rate for this occupation is £33,400 a year or £17.13 an hour; the salary offered must also meet the general Skilled Worker threshold, whichever is higher. This occupation is currently on the shortage occupation list, which can lower the salary requirement for eligible applicants.
Use the salary calculator to check thresholds for your circumstances, or read the full pharmaceutical technicians occupation guide.
5 recent job listings
These roles are advertised by employers that hold a Skilled Worker sponsor licence. A licence means the employer can sponsor workers — it does not mean this particular vacancy is open to sponsorship. Always confirm with the employer before applying.
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust · Low Hill
£32,073–£39,043 · Below the £41,700 threshold
A-rated licence · SOC 3212
Alder Hey Childrens NHS Foundation Trust · Knotty Ash
£32,073–£39,043 · Below the £41,700 threshold
A-rated licence · SOC 3212
The Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust · Badbury Wick
£28,392–£39,043 · Below the £41,700 threshold
A-rated licence · SOC 3212
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust · Daisy Hill
£32,073–£39,043 · Below the £41,700 threshold
A-rated licence · SOC 3212