Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills4Group; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills4Group is recruiting a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice in Southampton to support the pharmacy team and customers while completing a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship. You will gain hands-on experience, learn through blended training, and contribute to safe, efficient service.

The role includes handling prescriptions under supervision, stock control, and delivering excellent customer care, with no prior pharmacy experience required and full training provided.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English desired but not essential, can be provided via the course.
• No prior pharmacy experience required; full training provided.
• Ability to learn quickly and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily pharmacy operations and customer service at the counter.
• Support with prescription preparation and stock management under supervision.
• Operate pharmacy systems for prescriptions and sales with accuracy.
• Maintain cleanliness, health, safety and confidentiality standards.
• Work as part of a team to ensure excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

IT skills

Education

GCSEs Maths & English

Job description

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-05353
• Application Deadline Date: 21/10/2026
• Start Date: 26/10/2026
• Working Week: Monday to Friday 9-6 rotational weekend, Eng and Maths preferred not essential. Commutable distance

Brief Description

SO14 0DB 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 - Southampton

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.