Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

Skills 4 Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pharmacy is offering a Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship in Manchester. Candidates will manage medications and provide health advice, gaining valuable experience and a Level 3 qualification. The role requires GCSEs in Maths and English, a strong interest in pharmacy, and good communication skills. Compensation is £8 per hour.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English.
• A keen interest in pharmacy and healthcare.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage, order, receive, maintain and supply medicines safely.
• Provide person-centred health advice to patients.
• Support day-to-day operation of the pharmacy.
• Provide training to pharmacy staff.
• Maintain quality service through auditing.

Skills

Interest in pharmacy and healthcare

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work independently

Team working

Education

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English

Job description

Overview

Positions available: 1

Brief overview of the role: M18 7QT Are you interested in a rewarding career in pharmacy? Do you want to work as a registered professional who assists pharmacists with various tasks, such as dispensing medicines, providing health advice, and managing the day-to-day operation of the pharmacy? If so, then this apprenticeship is for you!

Qualifications

Qualifications Required: GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English

Personal Qualities

Personal Qualities: Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Desired skills

• 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

Training to be provided: Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3

Future Prospects

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.

Vacancy description

Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship - Manchester

• Achieve the best possible outcome through a person’s medicines by managing, ordering, receiving, maintaining and supplying medicines and other pharmaceutical products safely, legally and effectively, whilst meeting the regulatory standards.
• Provide person-centred health advice to all patients, whether on prescription or over the counter, and refer them to other healthcare professionals when appropriate.
• Support the management of the day-to-day operation of the pharmacy, such as clinical governance, business operation and processes, and supervise other pharmacy staff.
• Provide training to pharmacy and the wider healthcare teams, such as for new members of staff.
• Maintain a quality service through auditing and evaluating the service and processes, and respond to feedback.
• You will also gain a nationally recognised qualification at Level 3, equivalent to A level, which will enable you to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician.

£8ph

We are looking for somebody within 35 minutes of the pharmacy. If you are able to drive, please make this clear on your CV.