Dispenser

Boots Opticians; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK pharmacy is seeking a Dispenser to support pharmacists and healthcare professionals. The role includes dispensing prescriptions, advising patients on medicines, and evolving with healthcare technologies. Applicants should have completed Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2 or be working towards an MPharm. This position offers a range of benefits including training and development opportunities, generous discounts, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Discretionary Christmas Gift Payment

Generous staff discount

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Flexible benefits scheme

24/7 counselling and support

Additional benefits to suit needs

Qualifications

• Completed the Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2 (or equivalent) or currently working towards.
• Current and valid UK right to work.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions while ensuring safe supply of medicines.
• Assist in the management and delivery of pharmacy services.
• Provide care and advice to patients about medicines.

Skills

Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2 or equivalent

Customer service

Education

Completed first year of an MPharm qualification

Job description

Job Description

The hourly rate for this role is £13.32 and up to £15.05 across selected locations within London.

About the opportunity

As a Dispenser working within one of our stores, you will be a key member of our pharmacy team, supporting the pharmacist and other healthcare professionals to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of pharmacy and healthcare services.

In the store’s healthcare department, you will build great relationships with patients by listening and understanding their needs. Tasks include greeting customers, dispensing prescriptions, ensuring the safe sale of medicines, and providing advice using your healthcare knowledge to support patients in making informed decisions about their health and wellness. This role is based in-store within the UK; remote applicants will not be considered and non‑UK candidates will not be progressed unless relevant UK qualifications and right to work are confirmed.

Key responsibilities

• Prescription dispensing while ensuring the safe supply of medicines (ordering, labelling, dispensing, endorsing and collection of prescriptions).
• Work with other healthcare professionals in the store to assist in the management and delivery of pharmacy services.
• Provide care and advice to patients about medicines and refer queries to the Pharmacist as appropriate.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to support the safe and legal dispensing of prescriptions.
• Keep up to date with new innovations in the store and comply with operational processes.
• Support patients to manage their prescriptions their way with reliable repeats and manage their medicines effectively to promote adherence and reduce waste.

Working with evolving technologies in the store gives you the opportunity to work with new systems that help develop traditional dispensing processes, improve patient safety, and free up time to spend with patients.

You will receive regular updates and training to develop your healthcare knowledge, alongside ample career development options, including the opportunity to train as a Pharmacy Technician or become part of the store leadership team.

What you’ll need to have

• Completed the Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2 (or equivalent) or currently working towards and completed the first year of an MPharm qualification.
• Current and valid UK right to work (this role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa).

It would be great if you also have

• Experience working in community pharmacy.

Our benefits

• Discretionary Christmas Gift Payment
• Generous staff discount
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
• Flexible benefits scheme
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.
• A range of additional benefits to suit your needs (find out more at boots.jobs/rewards).

Why Boots

We’re always looking for people who care; people who go the extra mile to change things for the better. You’ll join a company that is evolving and continually improving, fostering a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive, inclusive working environment for all.

What’s next

Your application will be reviewed by our team, and we will contact you as soon as we can. If successful, we will arrange an interview with the hiring manager.

Where a role is advertised as full‑time, we also discuss part‑time and job‑share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we provide reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best.

This role requires a successful candidate to complete a Pre‑employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location, you will be asked to submit a DBS, PVG or an Access NI Check.

Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.