Band 3 Locum Pharmacy Assistant

Pulse; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing company is seeking a dedicated Band 3 Pharmacy Assistant in Croydon. This ongoing full-time role involves assisting pharmacists with medication preparation and dispensing, maintaining patient records, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates must have an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service and strong communication skills. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment with a focus on providing high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service is required.
• Previous experience in a pharmacy or healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in the preparation and dispensing of medications.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage inventory.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare professionals.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service

Job description

Role: Pharmacy Assistant
Banding: Band 3
Location: Croydon
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Rate: £13 – £15 per hour
Hours: Full-time

About the role

The Pharmacy team at Pulse is looking seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Band 3 Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Croydon. This is an ongoing position which offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment, providing essential support to our pharmacy operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in the preparation and dispensing of medications.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage inventory.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare professionals.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.

Qualifications and Experience

• Essential: NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service is required. Previous experience in a pharmacy or healthcare setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to providing high‑quality patient care.

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.