Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant

Kamsons Pharmacy; Waldron; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NVQ Level 2 qualification

Structured training opportunities

12-month fixed-term contract

Job summary

Kamsons Pharmacy Bell Farm, Uckfield, is hiring a Trainee Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant on a fixed-term 12-month contract. You’ll train hands-on in a busy community pharmacy while working toward an NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant qualification, gaining practical dispensing and customer service skills.

You’ll join a friendly team, learn to dispense prescriptions, manage stock, and support daily operations with care and accuracy, aiming to develop within the profession.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and customer-focused service are essential for interacting with patients and colleagues.
• Strong attention to detail is required for accurate dispensing and records.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills in a busy community pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Labeling and dispensing prescriptions accurately and efficiently in line with procedures.
• Safe handling and storage of medicines.
• Ordering and managing stock levels to meet patient demand.
• Maintaining patient medication records with confidentiality.
• Processing NHS claims accurately.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant

Job description

Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant

Kamsons Pharmacy, Bell Farm, Uckfield Fixed-Term Contract (12 Months)

Salary: Starting at £12.71 per hour, increasing upon successful completion of the NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant qualification.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm (1-hour unpaid lunch break) Plus Saturday, 9:00am to 1:00pm on a 1 in 5 rota basis.

Start Your Career in Pharmacy with Kamsons

Are you looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same? Do you enjoy helping people, working as part of a close-knit team, and learning new skills?

At Kamsons Pharmacy Bell Farm, Uckfield, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our friendly team as a Trainee Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant.

This is an excellent opportunity to begin a career in pharmacy. You will receive hands-on training in a busy, modern community pharmacy while working towards an NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant qualification, giving you the skills and knowledge needed to develop within the profession.

About the Role

This is a fast-paced and varied position where you’ll play an important part in delivering safe and effective healthcare services to our local community.

From day one, you’ll become a valued member of our supportive team, learning how to dispense prescriptions, provide excellent customer service, manage stock, and support the day-to-day running of the pharmacy.

If you are organised, enjoy working with people, have excellent attention to detail, and thrive in a busy environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What We’re Looking For

• Enjoy working as part of a team and interacting with customers
• Thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Can confidently multitask and solve problems
• Have excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Are keen to learn and develop new skills
• Have a positive, can-do attitude and strong communication skills

Training & Development

Within 3 to 6 months of joining the team, you will have the opportunity to enrol on and work towards an NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant qualification.

This nationally recognised qualification will help you build your knowledge and confidence within the pharmacy sector and support your ongoing career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Labelling and dispensing prescriptions accurately and efficiently in line with pharmacy procedures
• Ensuring the safe handling and storage of medicines
• Ordering and managing stock levels to meet patient demand
• Carrying out date checks and stock rotation to minimise waste
• Creating and maintaining accurate patient medication records while maintaining confidentiality
• Supporting the preparation of monitored dosage systems where required
• Processing prescription declarations and NHS claims accurately
• Handling invoices and pharmacy paperwork in line with company procedures
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the dispensary and stock areas
• Liaising with GP surgeries and other healthcare professionals regarding medication queries
• Supporting the delivery of pharmacy and healthcare services following appropriate training
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to provide outstanding patient care and customer service

Why Join Kamsons?

• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Structured training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification
• A rewarding role supporting the health and wellbeing of local patients