11071-40 hour - Trainee Pharmacy Assistant - Fixed Term Contract

The Cohens Group; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmacy chain is seeking a Trainee Pharmacy Assistant for a fixed term contract in Colwyn Bay. The role involves dispensing medications, managing stock, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have customer service experience and a willingness to learn. This position offers a 40-hour work week with generous benefits including paid holidays and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

4 weeks' paid holiday

EAP provided by BUPA

Pension contributions

Staff discount

Regulatory training

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Desire to learn and progress within the business.

Responsibilities

• Accurate dispensing and labeling of prescription items.
• Assist with ordering and management of stock levels.
• Provide high-standard customer service.

Skills

Customer service experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork orientation

Education

Willingness to undertake relevant training

Job description

Overview

We are looking to recruit a 40-hour Trainee Pharmacy Assistant on a fixed term contract to work at our 325-branch located at West End Medical Centre, Conway Road, Conway, Colwyn Bay, LL29 7LS.

The proposed shift pattern is as follows:

• Monday 08:30-18:00 (30 minute unpaid lunch break)
• Tuesday 08:30-18:00 (30 minute unpaid lunch break)
• Wednesday 08:30-18:00 (30 minute unpaid lunch break)
• Thursday 08:30-18:00 (30 minute unpaid lunch break)
• Friday 08:30-18:00 (30 minute unpaid lunch break)

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.
• Provide high-standard customer service as part of a well-established team.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Previous customer service experience is advantageous.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training to progress (e.g., Counter Course and NVQ level 2 where applicable).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with keen attention to detail.
• Good people skills and teamwork orientation.
• Desire to learn and progress within the business.

Benefits

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

Please note the Cohens Group reserves the right to cease any advertising prior to the published closing date for a role that receives a high number of applications. We are passionate about equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply.

Posting date: 23 September 2025 • Closing date: 23 October 2025 • Location: LL29 7LS • Remote working: On-site only • Company: The Cohens Group • Job type: Temporary • Job reference: 11071