Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills4Group; Honiton; A distancia; GBP 9600 - 15.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Earn while you learn

Full training and support

Descripción de la vacante

Skills4Group advertises a Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship in Honiton. The role involves supporting the pharmacy team, engaging with customers, and contributing to prescription counter services while you train for a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship.

You will work towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification with full training and support provided, starting from late November 2026. No prior pharmacy experience is required, and you will earn while you learn.

Formación

• Interest in healthcare and helping people.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Basic IT skills and ability to learn pharmacy systems.

Responsabilidades

• Assist customers at the counter and respond to queries.
• Support with preparation and supply of prescriptions under supervision.
• Handle stock, deliveries and maintain accurate records.
• Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales.
• Maintain cleanliness, health & safety and confidentiality.

Conocimientos

Healthcare interest

Customer service

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliability

IT basics

Educación

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Descripción del empleo

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-05541
• Application Deadline Date: 25/11/2026
• Start Date: 30/11/2026
• Working Week: Mon-Fri 8.30am-5.30pm

About the course

Brief Description

EX14 1BX We are looking for a friendly, reliable and motivated Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to join a busy community pharmacy team. This is a great opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands‑on experience in a healthcare environment while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

Qualifications Required

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.

Training to be Provided

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

Future Prospects

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

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - [Katie]

About the role

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

What we’re looking for:

• 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
• Duration: Typically 15 months
• Training delivered alongside your job through blended learning
• Apprentices must be able to commit to contracted working hours and guided learning hours

Why apply?

• Earn while you learn in a respected healthcare role
• Gain a nationally recognised qualification
• Develop transferable skills and long‑term career opportunities in pharmacy

Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found.