10953–40 hour - Regional Relief Trainee Pharmacy Assistant – Permanent Contract

The Cohens Group; North East; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional pharmacy group is seeking a 40-hour Regional Relief Trainee Pharmacy Assistant on a permanent contract. The role involves travelling between branches in the North East, dispensing prescription items, managing stock levels, and providing excellent customer service. A driver's license and customer service experience are essential. Benefits include a discretionary bonus, paid holidays, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

4 weeks’ paid holiday

Pension contributions

20% Staff discount

Free uniform

Qualifications

• A full driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Previous customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing and labeling prescription items with guidance.
• Assist with order and management of stock levels.
• Maintain accuracy and detail under pressure.
• Collaborate with the team for high service standards.

Skills

Customer-focused approach

Great people skills

Education

Willingness to undertake regulatory training

Job description

Overview

10953–40 hour - Regional Relief Trainee Pharmacy Assistant – Permanent Contract

We are looking to recruit a 40-hour Regional Relief Trainee Pharmacy Assistant on a permanent contract to work between all our branches in region 16, which covers 7 branches in Durham, Chester Le Street, Boldon Colliery, Sunderland, Ashington and Whitley Bay area.

Usual working hours can range between 09:00 to 17:00, or 09:00 to 18:00. Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to travel to various locations across the region on a regular basis. A full driving license and access to your own vehicle is therefore essential for this role. You will be required to use your own vehicle for this role; therefore, if appointed your personal insurance policy must allow for business use. It is advised that you contact your insurer to obtain information regarding this prior to attending an interview. The company will make a financial contribution to the business aspect of your insurance upon receipt of a document demonstrating any increased premium.

Travel and expenses

Reimbursement for mileage undertaken on business journeys will be at a rate of 40p per mile up to 10,000 miles, after which 25p a mile will be reimbursed as per HMRC guidelines. Fuel receipts should be obtained for each visit to the petrol station and the mileage claim submitted on a weekly basis.

Training and progression

Whilst working in this branch you will gain excellent knowledge and skills which will contribute to you successfully gaining the recognised Counter Course and NVQ level 2 qualification in Dispensing. This position is ideally suited to someone with previous customer service experience and who is willing to undertake the relevant training courses in order to progress.

Responsibilities

• The accurate dispensing and labeling of prescription items with guidance and supervision from the Pharmacist.
• Assist with the ordering and management of stock levels within the dispensary and the shop.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and attention to detail; work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure customers receive a high standard of service.

Requirements and attributes

• Great people skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Willingness to undertake regulatory training and progress within the business.
• A full driving license and access to a vehicle (as noted above).

Benefits and rewards

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Provided by BUPA
• 4 weeks’ paid holiday, plus statutory holidays, increasing after 6 years’ service to a max of 5 weeks paid holiday, plus statutory holidays
• Pension contributions
• 20% Staff discount
• Regulatory training
• Free uniform
• Access to a platform of discounts and savings with other retailers, restaurants and leisure providers

How to apply

If you think this role is right for you, please apply at: www.cohenschemist.co.uk/jobs. The Cohens Group reserves the right to cease advertising prior to the published closing date for roles receiving a high number of applications.