Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills4Pharmacy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Birmingham is offering an exciting Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship. This role involves engaging with customers, providing prescription services, and gaining valuable experience in retail and healthcare. Ideal for individuals looking to develop their skills in customer service and pharmacy assistance while working towards a qualification.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English desired but not essential.
• Initial Maths and English tests required for some applicants.

Responsibilities

• Engaging with customers to provide prescription counter services.
• Delivering public health services while gaining a pharmacy qualification.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English

Job description

Location:

Birmingham, B14 4DU

Type:

Apprenticeship

Salary:

Apprenticeship Minimum Wage

Sector:

Health, Public Services and Care

Ref:

VAC-02976

Application Deadline:

22/06/2025

Start Date:

24/06/2025

Positions Available:

1

Working Week:

Full time

Brief Description

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

Qualifications Required

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English are desired but not essential, as they can be provided as part of the course. Applicants without Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent qualifications will be required to complete initial Maths and English tests to determine suitability for the course.

Personal Qualities

Patience, non-judgemental attitude, team working skills

Skills Required

Communication skills, organization skills

Training to be Provided

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

Future Prospects

This role offers the opportunity to gain experience in retail, learn about over-the-counter medicines, assist in dispensing prescription medicines, order pharmaceutical stock, advise customers on over-the-counter medications, and assist with minor ailments.

Vacancy Details

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Birmingham

Gain experience in retail and healthcare services, and develop skills in customer service, stock management, and pharmaceutical assistance.