Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills 4 Pharmacy; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy is recruiting a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to support the day-to-day running of the pharmacy and help customers with queries.

You will complete a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship alongside your role, with full training and support provided.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent in Maths and English desired but not essential as training provided.
• No previous pharmacy experience required; full training provided.
• A genuine interest in healthcare and working with people.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers at the medicines counter and respond to queries.
• Prepare and supply prescriptions under supervision.
• Handle stock, deliveries and maintain accurate records.
• Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety and confidentiality.
• Work as part of a team to deliver excellent customer service.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Education

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent

Maths and English GCSE desirable

Job description

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

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, 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.