Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice in Coventry! This role offers the chance to engage with customers, provide essential prescription services, and gain valuable experience in the pharmacy sector. You'll learn about over-the-counter medicines, assist in dispensing prescriptions, and contribute to public health initiatives while working towards a pharmacy qualification. With a supportive environment and the potential for future growth, this apprenticeship is perfect for those looking to kickstart their career in healthcare. Join a dynamic team and make a difference in your community!

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent in Maths and English desired.
• Initial Maths and English tests may be required for suitability.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to provide prescription services and advice.
• Assist in dispensing prescription medicines and stock management.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

Vacancy: Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Coventry

• Location: Coventry, CV3 3AD
• Type: Apprenticeship
• Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-02903
• Application Deadline: 24/05/2025
• Start Date: 30/05/2025
• Positions Available: 1
• Working Week: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (may include some weekends)

Brief Description

This is an exciting role involving engaging with customers and clients to provide prescription counter services, advice, housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and replenishment, and helping to 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 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 required to complete initial Maths and English tests to assess suitability for the course.

Personal Qualities

• Patience
• Non-judgemental attitude
• Teamworking skills

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 involves engaging with customers to provide prescription services, advice, stock management, and supporting public health initiatives, all while gaining a pharmacy qualification.

Vacancy Details

• Role: Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Coventry
• 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
• Salary: £7.55 per hour

Applicants should reside within 35 minutes of the pharmacy. If you are able to drive, please specify this on your CV.