Pharmacy Technician

Boots UK; Fareham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded services training

Generous staff discount

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Job summary

A leading pharmacy retailer in Fareham is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to provide expert advice and manage operational tasks within the pharmacy. You will lead and inspire the pharmacy team, ensuring high standards of patient care while fostering an environment of inclusivity. Ideal candidates are registered technicians with excellent communication skills and a passion for coaching. This role offers development opportunities and a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC and willing to complete the 6-week training course.
• A passion for coaching and leading a dispensary team.
• Motivation to change things for the better for our teams, customers and patients.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert advice to patients about available medicines and products.
• Coaching and inspiring the pharmacy team for high standards of care.
• Managing operational tasks including stock replenishment.

Skills

Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Motivation to change things

Education

Evidence of successful completion from a recognised training provider

Tools

Pharmacy systems and technology

Job description

Pharmacy Technician

Boots UK, Fareham, England, United Kingdom

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About The Opportunity

At Boots we are at the forefront of innovation in community pharmacy working in partnership with the NHS, the Government and local communities. As a Pharmacy Technician you will play a key role in leading the pharmacy team to provide a service that our patients can trust. With checking capability you will have plenty of opportunities to develop yourself and progress your career while delivering brilliant service to your local community with ongoing CPD.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Providing expert, tailored advice to patients about available medicines, products or Macmillan Cancer Support.
• Delivering various services dependant on the store needs.
• Building great relationships with your pharmacy team; coaching and inspiring them to deliver the highest standard of care.
• Assisting with the triage of patients and distributing prescription handouts.
• Taking ownership for legal, safe and ethical decision-making in the pharmacy.
• Managing operational tasks including replenishing stock, workload management, order fulfilment, receiving and handling controlled drugs whilst ensuring patient safety.
• Evidence of successful completion from a recognised training provider, such as Buttercups. If you do not already hold a formal qualification in accuracy checking, you are required to complete the Boots 6‑week Accuracy Checking Programme.

What You’ll Need To Have

• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC and willing to complete our 6‑week training course to become qualified to check prescriptions.
• A passion for coaching and leading a dispensary team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Motivation to change things for the better for our teams, customers and patients.
• A desire to deliver services and outstanding patient care.
• Ability to use pharmacy systems and technology.

It would be great if you also have

• Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician with checking capability – however this is not essential as training will be given.

Our Benefits

• Fully funded services training.
• GPhC fees reimbursed.
• Indemnity insurance cover.
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme.
• CPD days and protected learning time.
• Development opportunities to enhance your career.
• Generous staff discount.
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption leave pay.
• Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, life assurance, family activity passes and more.

At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all.

This role is subject to a DBS/PVG check in certain locations. Where a role is advertised as full‑time, we are open to discussing part‑time and job‑share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.

Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.

What’s Next

If your application is successful, our in‑house recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have been unsuccessful, we are unfortunately unable to personally contact you, but you will be notified by email.