Dispensing Assistant - Pet Care

Pharmacy2U Ltd; Whitwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary pharmacy service located in Whitwick is seeking a dedicated team member to support the preparation and dispensing of veterinary prescriptions. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate dispensing, managing stock levels, and collaborating with colleagues. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude in a fast-paced environment. The role offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits, including training opportunities and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Contributory pension

Employee assistance programme

Free onsite parking

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Social events throughout the year

25 days annual leave increasing with service

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to accurately dispensing medication.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Proactive attitude suited for a high-volume environment.
• Ability to support a positive workplace culture.
• Organizational skills for efficient task management.
• Knowledge of legal and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Accurately dispense veterinary medications.
• Ensure compliance with all dispensary requirements.
• Manage stock levels for efficient operations.
• Label prescriptions with accuracy.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance workflow.
• Contribute to a positive team culture.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Proactivity in fast-paced environments

Teamwork

IT literacy

Organizational skills

Understanding legal and ethical standards

Ambition and eagerness to learn

Tools

Excel (intermediate level)

Job description

As a vital member of our pharmacy team, you will play a key role in supporting the daily preparation and dispensing of veterinary prescriptions. Your focus will be on ensuring medications are dispensed safely, accurately, and efficiently. This includes labelling prescriptions, managing stock levels, and maintaining a clean, organized pharmacy environment. You’ll be expected to meet and exceed key performance indicators (KPIs), consistently delivering work to the highest standards in line with our company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Accurately dispense veterinary medications in line with company procedures and quality standards
• Ensure full compliance with legal, ethical, professional, and internal dispensary requirements
• Manage stock levels and support inventory control to maintain efficient operations
• Take ownership of prescription labelling and ensure accuracy at every stage
• Collaborate effectively with pharmacists, customer service, and operations teams
• Work with precision in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Contribute to a positive, friendly, and relaxed team culture
• Undertake SQP (Suitably Qualified Person) training as part of your professional development

Qualifications & Skills

• Someone with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to dispensing medication accurately and safely
• A confident communicator who can work effectively with pharmacists, customer service, and operations teams
• A proactive individual who takes initiative and thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• A team player who supports colleagues and contributes to a positive, friendly workplace culture
• Someone who is IT literate, quick to learn new systems, and comfortable using Excel at an intermediate level
• A highly organised person who can prioritise tasks and manage their workload efficiently
• A professional who understands and adheres to legal, ethical, and company standards
• An ambitious candidate who is eager to learn, grow, and complete SQP (Suitably Qualified Person) training

Applicants must prove they have the right to live in the UK. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.

Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 09:00am - 18:00pm

What we offer

• Occupational sick pay
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Contributory pension
• Discounted insurance (Aviva)
• Employee discount site
• Discounted gyms (via our blue light card and benefits schemes)
• Employee assistance programme
• In‑house mental health support
• Free onsite parking
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Social events throughout the year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• (subject to minimum earnings)
• Registration fees paid (GPhC, NMC, CIPD etc)
• Long service bonus
• Refer a friend bonus
• Blue light card
• Hybrid working
• Commitment to CPD/training
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service
• Annual leave buy and sell scheme
• Discounts & exclusive offers at The Springs, Leeds
• 25% Discount & health & beauty purchases
• 25% Discount on Pharmacy2U Private Online Doctor Services

What happens next? Please click apply and if we think you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange an interview.