Pharmacy Technician

Day Lewis Pharmacy; Hereford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff Discount

28 Days Holiday

Bonus Scheme

Sick Pay

Maternity/Paternity Pay

Cycle to Work

Refer a Friend

Training & Development

Career Progression

Job summary

Day Lewis Hereford invites applications for a Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser / Pharmacy Technician role. The position offers a full-time schedule, with hours Monday to Friday, and a structured induction to support your development within the Day Lewis career pathway.

Whether you bring pharmacy experience or are starting your journey in healthcare, Day Lewis supports progression toward becoming a Pharmacy Technician through funded training and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Clear communication and strong customer service abilities.
• Team player who stays organised and reliable.
• Positive attitude with a genuine desire to help people.
• Willingness to learn and pursue a long-term career in pharmacy.
• Previous pharmacy experience is helpful but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safe and accurate dispensing of prescriptions.
• Provide excellent customer service at the counter.
• Support day-to-day dispensary operations and procedures.
• Build good relationships with patients and local healthcare partners.
• Help ensure a welcoming, efficient, patient-centred service.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Organisation

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Patient care

Job description

Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser / Pharmacy Technician– Day Lewis Hereford

Join Our Day Lewis Hereford Pharmacy Team

Full-Time Position
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 6:00pm
Lunch Break: 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Are you looking for a rewarding career in healthcare with excellent opportunities for development and progression? Day Lewis Pharmacy in Hereford is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser to join our friendly and professional team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping people, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and is interested in building a long-term career within pharmacy. Whether you already have pharmacy experience or are looking to start your journey in healthcare, we will support your development every step of the way.

Why Join Day Lewis?

As one of the UK's leading independent pharmacy chains, Day Lewis is committed to investing in its people. We believe in developing talent from within and creating clear career pathways for our colleagues.

Your journey will begin with a comprehensive Day Lewis induction programme, followed by any required pharmacy qualifications. We actively support colleagues to progress through the pharmacy career pathway, including development towards becoming a Registered Pharmacy Technician through nationally recognised training and qualifications.

The role of a Pharmacy Assistant provides an excellent foundation for a rewarding healthcare career. You'll gain valuable experience working alongside Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, GPs, and other healthcare professionals while making a genuine difference to patients' lives every day.

What You'll Be Doing

Reporting directly to the Pharmacist Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of outstanding patient care and pharmacy services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the safe and accurate dispensing of prescriptions.
• Providing excellent customer service to patients and customers at the pharmacy counter.
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the dispensary in line with company procedures and professional standards.
• Building positive relationships with patients and local healthcare organisations.
• Helping to ensure the pharmacy delivers a welcoming, efficient and patient-focused service.
• Working as part of a close-knit team to achieve shared goals and deliver exceptional care.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Enjoys working as part of a team.
• Is organised, reliable and keen to learn.
• Has a positive attitude and a genuine desire to help people.
• Is interested in developing a long-term career within pharmacy and healthcare.

Previous pharmacy experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

Career Progression Opportunities

At Day Lewis, we are passionate about developing future healthcare professionals. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to progress through pharmacy qualifications and work towards becoming a Pharmacy Technician, with support for training, course fees and professional development.

This role offers a genuine career pathway rather than just a job, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a future in pharmacy.

Benefits

We offer a competitive package including:

• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Discount
• 28 Days Holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Bonus Scheme
• Company Sick Pay (after 1 year of service)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay (after 2 years of service)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Ongoing Training and Development Opportunities
• Career Progression Pathway to Pharmacy Technician