11312– 40 hour - Qualified Pharmacy Assistant – Fixed Term 9-month Contract

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is looking for a Qualified Pharmacy Assistant for a full-time position on a fixed-term 9-month contract in Macclesfield. Responsibilities include assisting with the dispensing of prescriptions, managing stock levels, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate must have NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services and great people skills. Benefits include paid holidays, pension contributions, and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

4 weeks’ paid holiday plus statutory holidays

EAP provided by BUPA

Pension contributions

Free uniform

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services is essential.
• Must possess skills in planning and attention to detail.
• Great people skills are crucial for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dispensing and labeling of prescription items.
• Receive prescriptions and hand out items.
• Manage stock levels within the dispensary.

Skills

Attention to detail

Planning

Working under pressure

Great people skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Pharmacy Services

Job description

11312– 40 hour - Qualified Pharmacy Assistant – Fixed Term 9-month Contract

Employer:

The Cohens Group

Location:

SK11 6JL

Pay:

Salary not specified.

Contract Type:

Temporary

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

06/02/2026

About this job

11312– 40 hour

• Qualified Pharmacy Assistant
• Fixed Term 9‑month Contract We are looking to recruit a 40‑hour Qualified Pharmacy Assistant on a fixed‑term contract to work at our 496‑branch located at Bollin House, Sunderland Street, SK11 6JL. The proposed shift pattern is: Monday 09:00‑18:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break) Tuesday 09:00‑18:00 (1‑hour unpaid lunch break) Wednesday 09:00‑17:30 (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) 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.

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Pharmacy Services is essential; skills in planning, attention to detail and working under pressure are all required.

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.

If successful, additional benefits for you could include:

• 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
• 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

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