Pharmacy Dispenser

Day Lewis Pharmacy; Colchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Discount

28 Days Holiday inclusive of public &?

Bonus Scheme

Company Sick Pay (After 1 Year Service

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave (2+

Cycle To Work Scheme

Refer A Friend Scheme

Job summary

Day Lewis Pharmacy in Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom, is recruiting a Pharmacy Dispenser/Technician. The role is a permanent, full-time position at 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm with 1 hour unpaid lunch when the pharmacy is closed.

Induction training is provided and there is potential progression toward Pharmacy Technician duties. You will support the pharmacist, assist on the front counter, and build relationships with patients to deliver high-quality, patient-friendly

Qualifications

• Support the pharmacist in daily dispensary duties and customer service.
• Induction training provided to start the role.
• Future development towards Pharmacy Technician pathway.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Pharmacist in delivering excellent patient care.
• Assist on the front counter and warmly welcome patients.
• Be part of a small, hardworking team.
• Develop relationships with patients and healthcare organisations.
• Collaborate to ensure efficient service and policy compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Front counter

Teamwork

Relationship building

Education

Pharmacy Assistant course (preferred)

Job description

Pharmacy Dispenser - Colchester, East Hill
37.5 hours per week.
Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm with 1hr unpaid lunch when the pharmacy is closed
Day Lewis are seeing a full time Pharmacy Dispenser/Technician . If succesful this role will support your development and future career in Medicine and Clinical Care.
We are a fast paced, innovative Pharmacy business continuously looking to develop and engage with the future of the Pharmacy World and a career as a Pharmacy Asisstant is an excellent stepping stone into the fast paced world of pharmacy.
Please research the role of Pharmacy Assistant on the NHS Health careers for more information on the wonderful career opportunites this career path can offer.
The first stage of this career path at Pharmacy Assistant level is settling into our team and completing the Day Lewis Induction training. Then depending on previous pharmacy experience you may need to complete a pharmacy assistant course which can take between 3-6 months.
Our vision is to develop the next generation of Pharmacy Technicians (we support with course/training and course reinbursement).
The National Pharmacutical Association's new BTEC Level 3 Diploma - Principles and practices for Pharmacy Technicians - is an integrated course tailored to suit the needs of the learner and the pharmacy at a time when the responsibility and professional recognition of pharmacy technicians is growing.
Reporting directly to the Pharmacist Manager, your support at Pharmacy Assistant level is vital to the team in the provision of advanced and enhanced services.

• Assist the Pharmacist in developing the pharmacy business by ensuring the dispensary delivers a superb level of customer service and operates effectively with regards to company policies and procedures.
• Assist on the front counter and be a great welcome and support to patients.
• You will be an integral part of a small, hard-working and compact team.
• Developing relationships with patients and healthcare organisations to ensure that we deliver the most effective and patient friendly customer service.
• Team work is a vital element of this family owned chain which seeks to reward, recognise and empower hard workers.

We offer a great range of benefits:

• Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company Discount
• 28 Days Holiday inclusive of public and bank holidays
• Bonus Scheme
• Company Sick Pay (After 1 Year Service)
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave (After 2 Years Service)
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Refer A Friend Scheme

Pharmacy Dispenser
Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom
CO1 2QW
Competitive + Benefits
Permanent - Full-time
Posted today
Closing date: 21/10/2026
Job reference: KM1678111ColPD
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