Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills4Pharmacy; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting apprenticeship opportunity awaits you in a vibrant pharmacy environment! This role is perfect for those looking to gain hands-on experience while obtaining a pharmacy qualification. You'll engage with customers, provide essential prescription services, and learn about public health initiatives. As part of your journey, you'll develop key skills in communication and organization, all while working within a supportive team. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career in healthcare, this apprenticeship could be your first step towards a fulfilling future in the pharmacy sector.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Engaging with customers to provide prescription counter services.
• Helping to deliver a variety of public health services.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

• Location: Rayleigh, SS6 7JE
• Type: Apprenticeship
• Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-02790
• Application Deadline Date: 05/05/2025
• Start Date: 15/05/2025
• Positions Available: 1
• Working Week: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm (may include weekends)

Brief Description
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.

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.

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.

Future Prospects
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.