11222-32 hour - Trainee Pharmacy Assistant – Permanent Contract

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

Job summary

A leading pharmacy group located in Chesterfield is seeking a Trainee Pharmacy Assistant for a 32-hour permanent contract. The role involves dispensing prescriptions, managing stock, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have prior customer service experience and a willingness to learn. Benefits include a discretionary bonus, paid holidays, and regulatory training. Join the team and contribute to high-quality healthcare service.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

4 weeks’ paid holiday

EAP Provided by BUPA

Pension contributions

Staff discount

Regulatory training

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Must be willing to undertake relevant training for NVQ level 2 qualification.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing and labelling of prescription items.
• Assisting with stock management in the dispensary.
• Maintaining high standards of customer service.

Skills

Customer service experience

Education

Willingness to undertake training courses

Job description

11222-32 hour - Trainee Pharmacy Assistant – Permanent Contract

We are looking to recruit a 32-hour Trainee Pharmacy Assistant on a permanent contract to work at our 728-branch located at Stubbing Road Medical Centre, Stubbing Road, Chesterfield, S40 2HP.

Shift Pattern

• Tuesday 09:00–18:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break)
• Wednesday 09:00–18:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break)
• Thursday 09:00–18:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break)
• Friday 09:00–18:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break)

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.

Requirements

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.

Duties

• Accurate dispensing and labelling 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 utmost attention to detail and work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Work as part of a well‑established team and ensure customers receive a high standard of service.

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

If you think this role is right for you, please apply. We would love to have you as part of the Cohens Family. We are passionate about equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply.

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

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.