11268 – 37 hour - Qualified Pharmacy Assistant – Permanent Contract

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

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Bolton seeks a Qualified Pharmacy Assistant on a permanent 37-hour contract. You will provide customer service by assisting with the dispensing and labeling of prescription items, managing stock levels, and ensuring efficient service. Applicants need an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services and strong people skills. The role offers a discretionary bonus scheme, paid holidays, and additional benefits.

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 working under pressure.
• Great people skills to work as part of a well-established team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing efficient, knowledgeable and friendly service.
• Support the dispensing and labeling of prescription items.
• Receive prescriptions and hand out prescription items.
• Assist with the ordering and management of stock levels.

Skills

Planning

Attention to detail

Working under pressure

People skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Job description

11268 – 37 hour - Qualified Pharmacy Assistant – Permanent Contract

We are looking to recruit a 37‑hour Qualified Pharmacy Assistant on a permanent contract to work at our 718‑branch located at Crompton Health Centre, Crompton Way, Bolton, BL1 8UP.

Shift Pattern

• Monday 09:00 – 14:00
• 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)

Responsibilities

As a Qualified Pharmacy Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting the business in providing an efficient, knowledgeable and friendly service to our customers, with specific responsibility for supporting the dispensing and labelling of prescription items. Additional responsibilities include receiving prescriptions, handing out prescription items and assisting with the ordering and management of stock levels within the dispensary.

Qualifications

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Pharmacy Services is essential; skills in planning, attention to detail and working under pressure are all required. Great people skills are paramount; you will work as part of a well‑established team to ensure customers receive a high standard of 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

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.