Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Skills 4 Pharmacy; Worthing; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy in Worthing is offering a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice role. You will support the day-to-day running of the pharmacy, help customers at the medicines counter, and work closely with the team to ensure safe and efficient service while you train.

You will complete a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship alongside your role, with full training and support provided. The apprenticeship lasts about 15 months and leads to a nationally recognised qualification and

Qualifications

• No prior pharmacy experience required; full training provided.
• Customer-focused with attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Education

Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship

GCSEs in Maths and English (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

Candidate attributes

• 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.

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.

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.

Apprentices must be able to commit to contracted working hours and guided learning hours

Duration: Typically 15 months

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.

Working Week

Monday, Thursday and Friday: 9am-1pm and 2pm-6pm Tuesday and Wednesday: 2pm- This rota is subject to change and includes allocated study time.