Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills 4 Pharmacy; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company as a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice in Coventry. In this role, you will engage with customers, provide prescription counter services, and gain valuable experience in retail and public health services. While working towards your pharmacy qualification, you will learn about over-the-counter medicines and assist with dispensing prescription medications. This position is perfect for those looking to start a rewarding career in pharmacy, with training provided to ensure your success. If you're passionate about helping others and eager to learn, this role is for you!

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English are desired but can be provided as part of the course.
• Initial Maths and English tests may be required for suitability.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to provide prescription services and advice.
• Assist in dispensing prescription medicines and ordering stock.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

Positions available: 1

Brief overview of the role:

CV2 2RH. This is an exciting role that involves engaging with customers and clients to provide prescription counter services, advice, and housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and replenishment. You will help deliver a variety of public health services while gaining a pharmacy qualification.

Qualifications Required:

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9, or equivalent, in Maths and English are desired but not essential, as these can be provided as part of the course. For applicants without Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent qualifications, employment will be offered on the condition of completing initial Maths and English tests to determine suitability for the course.

Personal Qualities:

• Patience
• Non-judgemental
• Team working

Desired skills:

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills

Training to be provided:

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 (GCSE) and Functional Skills if required.

Future Prospects:

This role includes engaging with customers to provide prescription services, advice, and public health services, while gaining a pharmacy qualification.

Vacancy description:

• Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Coventry
• Gain experience in retail
• Learn about over-the-counter medicines
• Assist in dispensing prescription medicines
• Order pharmaceutical stock
• Advise customers on over-the-counter medication
• Assist with minor ailments

£7.55 per hour. Applicants should be within 35 minutes of the pharmacy. Please specify on your CV if you are able to drive.