Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

Skills4 Pharmacy; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills4 Pharmacy in Lichfield is recruiting a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team. You will learn to support safe supply of medicines and work with pharmacists to develop your competence toward registration as a Pharmacy Technician.

The apprenticeship is Level 3, blended learning with on‑the‑job training. Start date 29 August 2026; apprenticeship may lead to full‑time employment on successful completion.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C (4-9) in Maths and English.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.
• Ability to work in a busy pharmacy setting.
• Good communication and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Manage, order, receive and supply medicines safely.
• Provide patient advice on prescriptions and OTC medicines.
• Support day‑to‑day running of the pharmacy.
• Assist with training and mentoring new staff.
• Maintain high standards through auditing and feedback.

Skills

Interest in pharmacy

Customer service

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSEs Maths & English

Job description

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-05028
• Application Deadline Date: 28/08/2026
• Start Date: 29/08/2026
• Working Week: 30 hours over Monday to Friday can be flexible

About the course

Brief Description

WS14 9XU We are recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team. This role is ideal for someone looking to progress within pharmacy and develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a registered Pharmacy Technician.

Qualifications Required

Potential apprentices must have GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English.

Personal Qualities

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.

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.

Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship - LICHFIELD
About the role:
As a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice, you will support the safe, effective and lawful supply of medicines while working closely with pharmacists and the wider healthcare team. We are recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team. This role is ideal for someone looking to progress within pharmacy and develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a registered Pharmacy Technician.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing, ordering, receiving and supplying medicines and pharmaceutical products safely and accurately
Providing person‑centred advice to patients on prescription and over‑the‑counter medicines, referring to healthcare professionals where appropriate
Supporting the day‑to‑day running of the pharmacy, including business processes, stock control and clinical governance
Supervising and supporting pharmacy support staff as you progress in the role
Assisting with training and mentoring new members of staff
Maintaining high standards through auditing, evaluating services and responding to feedback
Apprenticeship & qualification:
Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship (equivalent to A‑level)
On successful completion, you will be eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Training delivered through a blended learning approach alongside your job
What we’re looking for:
Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
Good communication and customer service skills
Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment
Willingness to commit to the full length of the apprenticeship and working hours
Why apply?
Progress your career in pharmacy
Earn while gaining a professional, nationally recognised qualification
Develop skills that support long‑term progression within healthcare
We are looking for somebody mature who has previous experience in retail, preferably previous experience in Pharmacy
We require somebody based within 30 minutes of the pharmacy (please make it clear on your CV if you are able to drive)
Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found.