Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills 4 Pharmacy; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy in Devon is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to support the day-to-day running of the pharmacy and assist customers. You will undertake a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship with full training and support, working 42.5 hours per week on a 15-month fixed term contract.

No previous pharmacy experience is required; the role focuses on patient service, accurate records, and teamwork within a friendly pharmacy team.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths & English desired but not essential as part of the course.
• No previous pharmacy experience required; full training provided.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills; willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support customers at the medicines counter and respond to queries.
• Assist with preparation and supply of prescriptions under supervision.
• Handle stock, deliveries and maintain records.
• Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales.
• Maintain cleanliness, health & safety and confidentiality.
• Work as part of a team to provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship

GCSE Maths & English

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.

You will complete a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship alongside your role, with full training and support provided.

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.

42.5hours per week (Monday-Friday 0830-1800 60 mins unpaid lunchbreak) plus every other Saturday morning 0900-1200 (these 3 hours would be given back in the week). 15-month fixed term contract