Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills 4 Pharmacy; Swalwell; On-site; GBP 9,600 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy is offering a Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship in the United Kingdom. You will support daily pharmacy operations, assist customers at the counter, and work closely with the pharmacy team to ensure safe and efficient service.

The apprenticeship includes full training for the Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant qualification. No previous pharmacy experience is required, and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• No prior pharmacy experience required; full training provided.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support customers at the medicines counter and respond to queries.
• Assist with preparation and supply of prescriptions under supervision.
• Handle stock, deliveries and maintain records.
• Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, health and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Patience

Non judgemental

Team working

Education

Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship

GCSEs in Maths and English

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.