11070-30 hour - Trainee Pharmacy Assistant - Permanent Contract

The Cohens Group; Nun Hills; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent pharmacy group in the UK is seeking a Trainee Pharmacy Assistant for a permanent, full-time position. The role requires accurate dispensing of prescriptions and stock management, along with a strong emphasis on customer service. Candidates should be detail-oriented and willing to undergo necessary training. This position offers substantial benefits, including paid holidays and a discretionary bonus scheme.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

4 weeks' paid holiday

EAP provided by BUPA

Pension contributions

Staff discount

Regulatory training

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience is ideal.
• Willing to undertake relevant training courses.
• Excellent attention to detail required.
• Strong desire to learn and progress.

Responsibilities

• Accurate dispensing and labeling of prescription items.
• Assist with stock management in dispensary and shop.
• Work as part of a team to ensure high service standards.

Skills

Customer service experience

Attention to detail

People skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Counter Course and NVQ level 2 in Dispensing (willingness to undertake)

Job description

Overview

Trainee Pharmacy Assistant – 30 hours per week, permanent contract. Location: 278 Newchurch Road, Stacksteads, Bacup, OL13 0UJ. On-site only. Hours for the proposed shift pattern are Monday to Friday, 11:00–17:30 (30-minute unpaid lunch break). Posting date: 23 September 2025. Closing date: 23 October 2025. Company: The Cohens Group. Job reference: 11070.

Responsibilities

• Accurate dispensing and labeling of prescription items with guidance and supervision from the Pharmacist.
• Assist with ordering and management of stock levels within the dispensary and the shop.
• Work as part of a well-established team to ensure customers receive a high standard of service.

Qualifications and Experience

• Ideally previous customer service experience.
• Willingness to undertake the relevant training courses to progress (including Counter Course and NVQ level 2 in Dispensing).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Great people skills and a strong desire to learn and progress within the business.

Benefits

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

Additional Information

Please apply if you think this role is right for you. The Cohens Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes a broad diversity of talent. We reserve the right to cease advertising prior to the published closing date for roles that receive a high number of applications.