Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

Skills4 Pharmacy; Bamber Bridge; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills4 Pharmacy in the United Kingdom offers a Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship (Integrated) Level 3 starting 10 October 2026. The role supports pharmacists and the pharmacy team to provide safe and effective care to patients, with a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday.

The training combines on-the-job learning with formal study, with potential for full-time employment on completion. GCSEs are required, and Level 2 in pharmacy assistant is essential; tests may be conducted if not already achieved.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C (Maths and English) or equivalent; course available if not held.
• Maths/English Level 2 tests may be required before course suitability.
• Interest in pharmacy and healthcare.
• Experience in pharmacy industry or similar.
• A Level 2 in pharmacy assistant is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and dispensing medicines under supervision.
• Maintain accurate records and manage stock.
• Provide advice to patients within scope of role.
• Follow legal and professional standards and patient confidentiality.
• Work as part of a healthcare team.

Skills

Pharmacy interest

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Independent work

Education

GCSE Maths & English (A-C)

Pharmacy Level 2

Job description

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-05236
• Application Deadline Date: 07/10/2026
• Start Date: 10/10/2026
• Working Week: 40 Hrs per week. Monday to Friday 9am -6pm closed for lunch 12-1pm everyday. Closed weekends

Brief Description

A Pharmacy Technician Apprentice supports pharmacists and the wider pharmacy team in providing safe and effective care to patients.

Qualifications Required

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English desired but not essential as can be provided as part of the course.

For applicants without Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent qualifications, employment will be offered on condition of completing initial Maths and English tests to determine suitability for the course.

Skills Required

• A keen interest in pharmacy and healthcare.
• Previous experience in the pharmacy industry or similar.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• The willingness to learn and develop your skills and knowledge.
• A level 2 in pharmacy assistant is essential for this role

Training to be Provided

Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3

Future Prospects

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence.

Potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.

A Pharmacy Technician Apprentice supports pharmacists and the wider pharmacy team in providing safe and effective care to patients. The role involves preparing and dispensing medicines, maintaining accurate records, ordering and managing stock, and providing advice to patients within the scope of the role. As an apprentice, you combine practical workplace experience with formal study to develop the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required to become a qualified pharmacy technician. The role also involves following legal and professional standards, maintaining patient confidentiality, and working effectively as part of a healthcare team.