Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Walker

Skills 4 Pharmacy; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy is offering an Apprenticeship as a Pharmacy Assistant. You will complete a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship while working in the pharmacy, with full training and support provided.

Key duties include helping customers at the medicines counter, processing prescriptions under supervision, handling stock, and maintaining records. A strong interest in healthcare and teamwork is essential, with good communication skills and attention to detail expected.

Qualifications

• Communication skills and teamwork are important.
• Patience and good customer service are valued.
• No previous pharmacy experience required; full training provided.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship

GCSEs (Maths & English) or equivalent

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.