11216 30 hour - Trainee Pharmacy Assistant – Permanent Contract

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

Job summary

A leading pharmacy chain in England is seeking a Trainee Pharmacy Assistant for a 30-hour permanent contract. This role includes dispensing prescriptions and managing stock while acquiring qualifications in dispensing. Candidates should have previous customer service experience and a willingness to learn. The position offers various benefits including a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive training program.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

4 weeks’ paid holiday

EAP Provided by BUPA

Pension contributions

Staff discount

Regulatory training

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Willingness to undertake recognised training courses.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and label prescription items accurately.
• Assist in ordering and managing stock levels.
• Work closely with the Pharmacist during duties.
• Provide high standard of service to customers.

Skills

Previous customer service experience

Willingness to undertake training

Job description

11216 30 hour – Trainee Pharmacy Assistant – Permanent Contract

We are looking to recruit a 30‑hour Trainee Pharmacy Assistant on a permanent contract to work at our 314‑branch located at 6 Tinshill Lane, Leeds, LS16 7AP.

Shift Pattern

• Monday 09:00-17:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break)
• Tuesday 09:00-13:00
• Wednesday 09:00-17:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break)
• Thursday 09:00-13:00
• Friday 09:00-18:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break)

While 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.

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience
• Willingness to undertake the relevant training courses to progress

Responsibilities and Duties

Duties will include the accurate dispensing and labelling of prescription items with guidance and supervision from the Pharmacist. The successful candidate will also be responsible for assisting with the ordering and management of stock levels within the dispensary and the shop.

The utmost attention to detail is required in this role along with the ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines. You will also have a desire to learn and progress your career in our business.

The successful candidate must have great people skills as this is paramount to your role. You will be required to work as part of a well‑established team and ensure our customers receive a high standard of service.

Benefits

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

We are passionate about equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply.

Please apply at: www.cohenschemist.co.uk/jobs