Pharmacy Dispenser (Part-Time)

Heatherlands Pharmacy; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Pro-rata annual leave

Company pension

Full training

Career progression

Casual dress

Free on-site parking

Company events

Friendly environment

Job summary

Heatherlands Pharmacy in Birkenhead is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Dispenser to join our friendly team on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will support day-to-day dispensing activities, ensure patient safety, maintain accuracy, and provide excellent customer service.

We value attention to detail, teamwork, and a flexible approach. The role offers pro-rata leave, training, and a supportive working environment with on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Previous UK pharmacy dispensing experience.

Responsibilities

• Accurately dispense and label private prescriptions.
• Prepare and assemble prescriptions for final pharmacist checking.
• Process prescriptions using the pharmacy PMR system.
• Maintain accurate patient medication records.
• Receive, check, and manage pharmaceutical stock.
• Assist with stock ordering and inventory management.
• Ensure the dispensary is clean, organised, and compliant with SOPs.
• Follow SOPs, GPhC standards, and relevant pharmacy regulations.
• Support the pharmacist and wider pharmacy team in the day-to-day running of the pharmacy.
• Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Right to work in UK

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Pharmacy Services

Tools

Pharmacy PMR system

Job description

Location: Heatherlands Pharmacy, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH49 9DA

Job Type: Part-Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Working Hours: Part-time, flexible working hours (to be discussed at interview)

Work Type: In person

Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

Heatherlands Pharmacy is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Pharmacy Dispenser to join our friendly and supportive team on a part-time basis.

As a private pharmacy, we focus on delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality pharmaceutical services in a professional working environment.

We are looking for someone with previous pharmacy dispensing experience who can work accurately, efficiently, and as part of a team.

The successful candidate will support the day-to-day operation of the dispensary while ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and customer service.

Essential Requirements

• Previous UK pharmacy dispensing experience

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

• Good communication and organisational skills

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

• Good understanding of pharmacy procedures and medicines management

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Right to work in the United Kingdom

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately dispense and label private prescriptions.
• Prepare and assemble prescriptions for final pharmacist checking.
• Process prescriptions using the pharmacy PMR system.
• Maintain accurate patient medication records.
• Receive, check, and manage pharmaceutical stock.
• Assist with stock ordering and inventory management.
• Ensure the dispensary is clean, organised, and compliant with pharmacy procedures.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), GPhC standards, and relevant pharmacy regulations.
• Support the pharmacist and wider pharmacy team in the day-to-day running of the pharmacy.
• Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining patient confidentiality.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Flexible working hours.
• Pro-rata annual leave entitlement plus bank holiday entitlement where applicable.
• Company pension scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Full training and onboarding.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Casual dress.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company events.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.

Application Questions

• How many years of UK pharmacy dispensing experience do you have?
• Are you able to start within the next one to two weeks? If not, what is your notice period?
• Are you applying for a part-time position?
• What days and hours are you available to work?
• Do you have the right to work in the UK? If so, do you have any visa conditions, sponsorship requirements, or restrictions on your working hours?
• Do you have experience using a Pharmacy PMR system? If yes, which system(s) have you used?

Preferred Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Pharmacy Services (preferred but not essential).
• Previous experience working in a UK community or private pharmacy.

If you are an organised, reliable, and motivated Pharmacy Dispenser looking to join a professional private pharmacy with flexible working hours, we'd love to hear from you.