Pharmacy Technician Salary in West Midlands — 2025
Based on 10 salary data points from live job listings. There are currently 410 pharmacy technician jobs advertised.
NHS vs Community Pharmacy Pay
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Top Employers
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University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust£34,422
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The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust£33,532
About Pharmacy Technician Salaries in West Midlands
The average pharmacy technician salary in West Midlands is £34,422 per year as of 2025, based on analysis of 10 current job listings from West Midlands. Salaries range from £31,049 at the lower end to £35,102 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.
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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: 12 total, 10 after filtering.