Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

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

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a full-time apprenticeship for a Pharmacy Assistant in Shrewsbury. This role provides a unique opportunity to engage with customers while gaining valuable pharmacy qualifications. You will be responsible for providing prescription counter services, managing stock, and delivering essential public health services. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit. This apprenticeship not only offers hands-on experience in retail and over-the-counter medicines but also the chance to make a significant impact in the community. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English preferred, but not essential.
• Skills in patience, teamwork, communication, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Providing prescription counter services and advice.
• Housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and replenishment.
• Assisting in delivering public health services.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Good Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

Join to apply for the Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship role at Skills4Pharmacy.

Application deadline: 30/05/2025. Start date: 31/05/2025. Location: Shrewsbury, SY2 5SR. Full-time apprenticeship with a salary at the Minimum Wage. The role involves engaging with customers, providing prescription counter services, advice, stock management, and delivering public health services while gaining a pharmacy qualification.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing prescription counter services and advice
• Housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and replenishment
• Assisting in delivering public health services

Qualifications and Skills:

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English preferred, but not essential
• Patience, teamwork, good communication, and organizational skills

Training provided:

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

Additional details:

• Gain experience in retail and over-the-counter medicines
• Assist in dispensing medicines and ordering stock
• Advising on over-the-counter medication and minor ailments
• £7.55 per hour

Applicants should live within 35 minutes of the pharmacy and indicate if they can drive in their CV.