Pharmacy Assistant

Day Lewis Pharmacy; Reading; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee assistance

Staff discount

Holiday pay

Bonus scheme

Sick pay

Parental pay

Cycle to work

Refer a friend

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Day Lewis Pharmacy in Spencers Wood (Reading) is hiring a friendly Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser to join our team on a part-time basis. The role focuses on accurate dispensing support, excellent customer service and helping the pharmacy run smoothly.

No prior pharmacy experience is required; full training will be provided. The position offers a supportive team, opportunities to study Pharmacy Assistant qualifications, and a clear path to more advanced roles within Day Lewis.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service capabilities.
• Demonstrates teamwork and reliability.
• Keen to learn and develop in healthcare.
• Pharmacy experience is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safe and accurate dispensing of prescriptions.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and customers.
• Support day-to-day running of the dispensary.
• Assist with NHS and private pharmacy services.
• Build positive relationships with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation in the pharmacy.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser

Part-Time | Day Lewis Spencers Wood

Looking to start a career in pharmacy? This could be the perfect opportunity.

Day Lewis Pharmacy in Spencers Wood is looking for a friendly, enthusiastic and customer-focused Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser to join our team on a part-time basis.

This role is ideal for someone looking to take their first step into healthcare and pharmacy. Whether you're completely new to the sector or already have some experience, we'll provide the training, support and development needed to help you succeed. If you enjoy helping people, working as part of a team and learning new skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Hours of Work

• Tuesday: 9:00am – 1:00pm
• Thursday: 9:00am – 1:00pm
• Friday: 9:00am – 1:00pm

12 hours per week - ifmore hours become available either contracted or overtime you will be first in line to be offered

About the Role

As a Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser, you'll play an important role in supporting patients and helping the pharmacy team deliver safe, effective and high-quality care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the safe and accurate dispensing of prescriptions
• Providing excellent customer service to patients and customers
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the dispensary
• Assisting with NHS and private pharmacy services
• Building positive relationships with patients and local healthcare professionals
• Maintaining high standards of organisation, cleanliness and professionalism throughout the pharmacy
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver outstanding patient care

Training & Career Development

At Day Lewis, we're passionate about developing future pharmacy professionals.

This position offers an excellent introduction to the pharmacy sector and is perfect for someone looking to gain valuable healthcare experience while building a long-term career.

We provide:

• Full induction and training programme
• Support to complete Pharmacy Assistant qualifications where required
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• A clear pathway into further pharmacy roles

For those looking to progress, we actively support colleagues who wish to develop into Pharmacy Technicians, providing access to recognised training and qualifications.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Has excellent communication and customer service skills
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Is reliable, organised and keen to learn
• Has a positive attitude and enjoys helping others
• Wants to develop skills and experience within healthcare and pharmacy

Previous pharmacy experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided for the right candidate.

Why Join Day Lewis?

As one of the UK's leading independent pharmacy groups, we're committed to supporting our colleagues both professionally and personally.

Benefits include:

• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Discount
• 28 Days Holiday (pro rata, including Bank Holidays)
• Bonus Scheme
• Company Sick Pay (after 1 year of service)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay (after 2 years of service)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Ongoing Training and Development Opportunities
• Career Progression Pathway to Pharmacy Technician

Apply Today

If you're looking for a flexible part-time role that offers the opportunity to make a real difference in your local community while gaining valuable healthcare experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Day Lewis Spencers Wood and take the first step towards a rewarding career in pharmacy.