Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn & Learn (Level 3)

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Workington; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd in Workington is recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team. You will support the safe, effective and lawful supply of medicines while working with pharmacists and the healthcare team.

This Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship (equivalent to A-level) blends on-the-job learning with training, with the goal of registering with the GPhC upon successful completion and potential progression to a full-time role.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English desired but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail with commitment to patient safety.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced team.
• Willingness to commit to the full apprenticeship and working hours.

Responsibilities

• Managing, ordering, receiving and supplying medicines and pharmaceutical products safely and accurately
• Providing person‑centred advice to patients on prescription and OTC medicines
• Supporting day‑to‑day running of the pharmacy, including stock control and governance
• Supervising and supporting pharmacy staff as you progress
• Assisting with training and mentoring new staff
• Maintaining standards through auditing and feedback

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient safety

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3)

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Job description

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd in Workington is recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team. You will support the safe, effective and lawful supply of medicines while working with pharmacists and the healthcare team.

This Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship (equivalent to A-level) blends on-the-job learning with training, with the goal of registering with the GPhC upon successful completion and potential progression to a full-time role.