11282 – 27.5 hour - Qualified Pharmacy Assistant – Permanent Contract

The Cohens Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading pharmacy chain in the UK is seeking a Qualified Pharmacy Assistant for a 27.5-hour permanent contract. The role involves providing excellent customer service, assisting in the dispensing and labeling of prescriptions, and managing stock within the dispensary. Candidates should hold an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent and possess strong people skills. The position offers various benefits, including a discretionary bonus, paid holidays, and pension contributions.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

4 weeks’ paid holiday

EAP Provided by BUPA

Pension contributions

Staff discount

Regulatory training

Free uniform

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing an efficient, knowledgeable service to customers.
• Support with the dispensing and labelling of prescription items.
• Receive prescriptions and hand out prescription items.
• Assist with ordering and managing stock levels.

Skills

Planning

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

People skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Pharmacy Services

Job description

Qualified Pharmacy Assistant (27.5 hour) – Permanent Contract

We are looking to recruit a 27.5-hour Qualified Pharmacy Assistant on a permanent contract to work at our 519-branch located at Ainslie Street, Barrow‑In‑Furness, LA14 5AY.

Shift Pattern

• Monday 09:00‑17:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break)
• Tuesday 10:00‑18:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break)
• Thursday 09:00‑17:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break)
• Friday 10:00‑17:30 (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 providing support with the dispensing and labelling of prescription items.

Additional responsibilities will include receiving prescriptions and 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.

Person Specification

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‑rata for part time employees)
• EAP Provided by BUPA
• Pension contributions
• Staff discount
• Regulatory training where required
• Free uniform

Apply

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.