Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills4Pharmacy; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a forward-thinking pharmacy, where you will engage with customers and provide essential prescription services. This apprenticeship allows you to gain valuable experience in retail while working towards a pharmacy qualification. You'll be involved in stock management and advising customers on over-the-counter medications, all while developing your communication and organizational skills. Join a dynamic team and embark on a rewarding career path in the health sector, making a real difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English are desired but not essential.
• Initial Maths and English tests may be required for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Engaging with customers to provide prescription counter services.
• Assisting in dispensing prescription medicines and stock ordering.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

Location: Cheadle, SK8 1AX

Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage

Sector: Health, Public Services and Care

Ref: VAC-02808

Application Deadline Date: 14/05/2025

Start Date: 20/05/2025

Positions Available: 1

Working Week: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm

Brief Description

This is an exciting role involving engaging with customers and clients to provide prescription counter services, advice, and housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and replenishment. The role includes helping to deliver various 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 these can be provided as part of the course. Applicants without Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent qualifications will be offered employment on the condition of completing initial Maths and English tests to assess suitability for the course.

Personal Qualities

• Patience
• Non-judgemental attitude
• Teamwork

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills

Training to be Provided

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

Future Prospects

This role offers experience in retail, knowledge of over-the-counter medicines, assistance in dispensing prescription medicines, stock ordering, customer advice on over-the-counter medication, and support with minor ailments.

Vacancy Details

• Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Cheadle
• Gain experience in retail
• Learn about over-the-counter medicines
• Assist in dispensing prescription medicines
• Order pharmaceutical stock
• Advise customers on over-the-counter medication
• Assist with minor ailments