Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills 4 Pharmacy; Bradford; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy in Bradford is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to support the day-to-day running of the pharmacy and assist customers under the supervision of the pharmacy team.

This apprenticeship provides Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant training with GCSEs in Maths and English desired, and onboarding that covers safety, stock handling and IT systems. No prior experience is required as full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Patience
• Non judgemental
• Team working
• Communication skills
• Organisation skills

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• No previous pharmacy experience is required full training is provided.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Patience

Team working

Non judgemental

Education

GCSEs (Maths and English) desired

Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship

Job description

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
• 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
• No previous pharmacy experience is required full training is provided.

Apprenticeship details:

Qualification: Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship, 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.

For applicants without Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent qualifications, employment will be offered on condition of completing initial Maths and English tests to determine suitability for the course.

Personal Qualities

• Patience
• Non judgemental
• Team working

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills

Training to be Provided

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