Pharmacy Technician Apprentice (Level 3) — Earn & Learn

ARUN SHARMA CHEMISTS LTD (HEAD OFFI; Calmore; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

ARUN SHARMA CHEMISTS LTD (HEAD OFFI) in Southampton is recruiting a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team. You will support the safe, lawful supply of medicines while working closely with pharmacists to become a registered Pharmacy Technician.

Key details include Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship (equivalent to A‑levels), blended learning with on‑the‑job training, and a typical duration of about 2 years 3 months.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (4–9) required.
• Strong attention to detail and patient safety.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to commit to the full apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Manage, order, receive and supply medicines safely and accurately.
• Provide patient advice on prescription and OTC medicines.
• Support day‑to‑day running of the pharmacy including stock control and governance.
• Supervise and support staff as you progress in the role.
• Assist with training and mentoring new staff.
• Maintain high standards through audits and feedback.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer care skills

Initiative

Organisational skills

Team working

Patience

Non judgemental

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

ARUN SHARMA CHEMISTS LTD (HEAD OFFI) in Southampton is recruiting a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team. You will support the safe, lawful supply of medicines while working closely with pharmacists to become a registered Pharmacy Technician.

Key details include Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship (equivalent to A‑levels), blended learning with on‑the‑job training, and a typical duration of about 2 years 3 months.