Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

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

Job summary

A leading company in pharmacy education is offering an exciting apprenticeship opportunity in Leicester. The role involves providing prescription services, advising clients, and assisting with public health services all while gaining valuable pharmacy qualifications. Ideal candidates are expected to have a non-judgemental attitude, good communication skills, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English desired but not essential.
• Candidate may complete Maths and English tests if lacking Level 2 qualifications.
• Patience, non-judgemental attitude, and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to provide prescription counter services and advice.
• Assist in dispensing prescription medicines and advising on over-the-counter medications.
• Housekeeping duties including stock rotation and replenishment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Education

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Leicester, LE18 4SD
• Type: Apprenticeship
• Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-03087
• Application Deadline: 18/07/2025
• Start Date: 19/07/2025
• Positions Available: 1
• Working Week: Mon-Fri 9-6, occasional Saturdays

Brief Description

This is an exciting role that involves 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 offered employment on the condition of completing initial Maths and English tests to determine suitability for the course.

Personal Qualities

Patience, non-judgemental attitude, team working 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, and assistance in delivering public health services, all while earning a pharmacy qualification.

Vacancy Details

• Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Leicester
• 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

Pay: £7.55 per hour

Applicants should be within 20 minutes of the pharmacy. Please specify on your CV if you are able to drive.