10981 – 40 hour - Qualified Pharmacy Assistant – Fixed Term Contract

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Job summary

A pharmacy chain in Wigan seeks a Qualified Pharmacy Assistant for a 40-hour fixed-term contract. Responsibilities include assisting customers, dispensing prescriptions, and managing stock. Candidates should hold NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services and possess excellent customer service skills. Benefits include a discretionary bonus scheme, paid holidays, and staff discounts.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

4 weeks’ paid holiday plus statutory holidays

EAP provided by BUPA

Pension contributions

Staff discount

Regulatory training

Free uniform

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Pharmacy Services is essential.
• Skills in planning, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent people skills to ensure high standards of customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing efficient and knowledgeable service to customers.
• Support with dispensing and labelling of prescription items.
• Manage stock levels within the dispensary.

Skills

Planning skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Pharmacy Services

Job description

10981 – 40 hour - Qualified Pharmacy Assistant – Fixed Term Contract

Position Details

We are looking to recruit a 40-hour Qualified Pharmacy Assistant on a fixed-term 6-month contract at our 450-branch located at 36A Braithwaite Road, Lowton, WA3 2HY.

Shift Pattern

• Monday to Friday, 09:00-18:00 (1-hour unpaid lunch break)

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing efficient, knowledgeable, and friendly service to customers.
• Support with the dispensing and labelling of prescription items.
• Receive prescriptions and hand out prescription items.
• Assist with ordering and managing stock levels within the dispensary.

Qualifications & Skills

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Pharmacy Services (essential).
• Skills in planning, attention to detail, and working under pressure.
• Excellent people skills to work effectively as part of a team and ensure high standards of customer service.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 4 weeks’ paid holiday plus statutory holidays (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• EAP provided by BUPA
• Pension contributions
• Staff discount
• Regulatory training where required
• Free uniform

If you believe this role is suitable for you, please apply at: www.cohenschemist.co.uk/jobs. We welcome applications from diverse talents and are committed to equal opportunities.

Please note that the Cohens Group reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement before the closing date if a high volume of applications is received.