Pharmacy Apprentice: Patient Care, Dispensing & Stock

Nottingham College; Skegby; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottingham College seeks an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant to support daily pharmacy operations while gaining practical experience in dispensing, customer service and regulatory compliance.

You will shadow pharmacists, handle transactions, maintain patient records, and learn NHS policies in a busy community pharmacy environment. This role provides hands-on training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Shadowing experienced pharmacists and team members to gain practical experience.
• Handling confidential information with discretion and in compliance with GDPR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assisting customers with general enquiries and providing excellent customer service.
• Advising patients on over-the-counter medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Processing prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
• Handling transactions, including cash and card payments.
• Preparing and labelling medications in accordance with regulations.
• Assisting pharmacists with dispensing prescription medicines.
• Managing stock levels, restocking shelves, and checking for expired medications.
• Receiving, storing, and organising pharmaceutical supplies.
• Maintaining accurate patient records and prescription logs.
• Following pharmacy protocols and health & safety guidelines.

Job description

Nottingham College seeks an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant to support daily pharmacy operations while gaining practical experience in dispensing, customer service and regulatory compliance.

You will shadow pharmacists, handle transactions, maintain patient records, and learn NHS policies in a busy community pharmacy environment. This role provides hands-on training and progression opportunities.