Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice: Learn & Earn in Healthcare

Skills 4 Pharmacy; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy is hiring a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice in Sunderland. You will support daily pharmacy operations, assist customers at the counter, and work closely with the team to ensure safe, efficient service while completing a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship.

Role involves stocking, handling prescriptions under supervision, and using pharmacy systems. Training is provided, with a typical working week from Monday to Friday 9am–6pm and Saturday 9am–1pm.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (A-C) or 4-9 in Maths and English; equivalent accepted.
• No prior pharmacy experience required; full training provided.
• Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship offered alongside the role.

Responsibilities

• Support customers at the medicines counter and respond to queries.
• Assist with preparation and supply of prescriptions under supervision.
• Handle stock, deliveries and maintain records accurately.
• Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety and confidentiality standards.
• Work as part of a team to deliver excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent)

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Job description

Skills 4 Pharmacy is hiring a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice in Sunderland. You will support daily pharmacy operations, assist customers at the counter, and work closely with the team to ensure safe, efficient service while completing a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship.

Role involves stocking, handling prescriptions under supervision, and using pharmacy systems. Training is provided, with a typical working week from Monday to Friday 9am–6pm and Saturday 9am–1pm.