Pharmacy Technician

Boots UK; Scalby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded services training

GPhC fees reimbursed

Indemnity insurance cover

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Development opportunities

Generous staff discount

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Job summary

A leading pharmacy chain in the UK seeks an Entry Level Pharmacy Technician to provide outstanding patient-centred service and manage pharmacy operations. Responsibilities include advising patients on medicines, leading a team, and ensuring safe and ethical practices. All candidates must be registered with the GPhC and be willing to complete a training programme. This role offers career development opportunities and a variety of benefits including a generous staff discount and annual bonuses.

Qualifications

• Passion for coaching and leading a dispensary team.
• Motivation to change things for the better for teams, customers, and patients.
• Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician with checking capability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored advice to patients about medicines and products.
• Manage operational tasks including stock replenishment and prescription handling.
• Build relationships with the pharmacy team and inspire them to deliver high care standards.

Skills

Coaching and leading a dispensary team

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to use pharmacy systems and technology

Education

Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC

Completion of Boots 6-week Accuracy Checking Programme

Job description

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Our Pharmacy Technicians make a real difference by delivering outstanding patient‑centred service to the communities we serve; from triaging patients to inspiring and coaching the healthcare team, and providing expert technical advice on the supply of medicines.

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 lead the pharmacy team to a trusted service. With checking capability you will have opportunities to develop and progress your career or continue to offer a brilliant service to your local community with ongoing CPD.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include

• Providing expert, tailored advice to patients about available medicines, products or Macmillan Cancer Support.
• Delivering various services dependent 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 and adoption leave pay.
• Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, life assurance, family activity passes and much more.

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you – find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Please note, any salary estimates given on third‑party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.

Why Boots

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. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, it’s with you, we change for the better.

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.

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.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Retail