Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Skills4 Pharmacy; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills4 Pharmacy is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to join a busy community pharmacy team in Cumbria. You will support day-to-day pharmacy operations while training for the Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship, with full training and support provided.

You will engage with customers, handle prescriptions under supervision, manage stock, and work as part of a team to ensure excellent service. This role offers hands-on learning and a nationally recognised qualification.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English desired but not essential as can be provided with the course.
• You will complete a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship alongside your role.
• No previous pharmacy experience is required; full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers at the medicines counter and respond to queries.
• Assist with preparation and supply of prescriptions under supervision.
• Handle stock, deliveries and maintain accurate records.
• Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, health and safety and confidentiality.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs Maths & English

Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship

Functional Skills if required

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Job description

Skills4 Pharmacy is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to join a busy community pharmacy team in Cumbria. You will support day-to-day pharmacy operations while training for the Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship, with full training and support provided.

You will engage with customers, handle prescriptions under supervision, manage stock, and work as part of a team to ensure excellent service. This role offers hands-on learning and a nationally recognised qualification.