Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills4 Pharmacy

Altrincham

Hybrid

GBP 10,000 - 15,000

Full time

14 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

Pharmacy qualification

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Skills4 Pharmacy in Altrincham is recruiting a friendly Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to join a busy community pharmacy team. This role offers the chance to earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

As Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice, you will support day-to-day running, help customers, and work closely with the pharmacy team to ensure safe and efficient service.

Qualifications

GCSEs in Maths and English at grade C/4-9 or equivalent; training can be provided.
Interest in healthcare and helping people; good communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be reliable.

Responsibilities

Support customers at the medicines counter and respond to queries.
Assist with the 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 & safety and confidentiality.
Work as part of a team to ensure excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Basic IT skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Stock management software

Job description

Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
Ref: VAC-05116
Application Deadline Date: 11/09/2026
Start Date: 18/09/2026
Working Week: Monday to Friday 9.00am- 6.00pm

About the course

Brief Description

WA15 7PL. We are looking for a friendly, reliable and motivated Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to join a busy community pharmacy team. This is a great opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands‑on experience in a healthcare environment while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

Qualifications Required

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English desired but not essential as can be provided as part of the course.

Personal Qualities

Skills Required

Training to be Provided

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

Future Prospects

This is an exciting role that will include engaging with customers and clients to provide prescription counter services, advice, housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and stock replenishment, helping to deliver a variety of public health services whilst gaining a pharmacy qualification.

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - [ALTRINCHAM]

About the role

As a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice, you will support the day‑to‑day running of the pharmacy, helping customers and working closely with the pharmacy team to ensure safe and efficient service.

Key duties include:

Supporting customers at the medicines counter and responding to queries
Assisting with the preparation and supply of prescriptions (under supervision)
Handling stock, deliveries and maintaining accurate records
Using pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, health & safety and confidentiality
Working as part of a team to ensure excellent customer service

What we’re looking for:

A genuine interest in healthcare and working with people
Strong communication and customer service skills
Good attention to detail and willingness to learn
Ability to work well in a fast‑paced environment
Reliable, punctual and professional
Basic IT skills

Apprenticeship details:

Qualification: Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship
Duration: Typically 15 months
Training delivered alongside your job through blended learning
Apprentices must be able to commit to contracted working hours and guided learning hours

Why apply?