Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant

Getting In Limited; Hartlepool; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established pharmacy in Hartlepool is seeking a dedicated Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant to join their team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment while working towards higher qualifications. You will assist with patient consultations, dispense medications under supervision, and handle general administrative tasks. This position is perfect for someone eager to learn and grow in the pharmacy sector, providing a pathway to full-time employment and further training. If you have a passion for healthcare and a commitment to patient care, this apprenticeship could be your first step towards a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and IT skills are essential for this role.
• Attention to detail and customer care skills are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Support with patient consultations and dispensing medicine under supervision.
• Manage stock and process NHS prescriptions efficiently.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Initiative

Non-judgmental attitude

Patience

Education

Functional Skills level 2 in maths and English

GCSE or equivalent level

Tools

Pharmacy-specific software

Job description

Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant

Apply From: 12/01/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED

Employer

378 COMPANY LIMITED

Vacancy Description

• Support with patient consultations
• Dispensing medicine under supervision
• General admin
• Dealing with over-the-counter and phone enquiries
• Use of the computer and the pharmacy-specific software
• Checking off and unpacking orders
• Stock management
• Date checking of stock
• Processing NHS prescriptions

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant

Employer Description

A pharmacy based in Hartlepool is hoping to recruit a hardworking and determined candidate to work within their small team of qualified professionals, as an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant. For the right person, there is the opportunity to secure full-time employment and progress to higher level qualifications.

Vacancy Location

Unit 2C Cadcam Centre High Force Road TS2 1RH

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000294976

Key Dates

Apply From

12/01/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-01-24 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-01-27 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

• Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
• Medicine Counter Assistant Course accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhc)
• Dispensing Assistant Course accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhc)
• Functional Skills level 2 in maths and English if not already achieved grade 4 or C and above at GCSE or equivalent level
• Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date

Learning Provider

WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED

Skills Required

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical thinking, Team working, Initiative, Non-judgmental attitude, Patience.

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