Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd in Manchester is offering a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice role to support safe, effective, and lawful medicines supply while working with pharmacists and the healthcare team.

The role includes hands-on duties, training through a blended Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship, and eligibility to register with the GPhC on completion. Full-time hours, Monday to Friday, with close supervision and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Customer service

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

Job description

253 WILMSLOW ROAD, Manchester, Midlands, M14 5LW

Pay: £16,640 to £16,640 per year

Contract Type: (not specified)

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 14/08/2026

About this job

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications & Skills

• 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.

Working Week

Monday – Friday 9:00–18:00

Educational Requirements

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9, or equivalent, in Maths and English (desired but not essential; 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.

Personal Qualities

• Team working.
• Initiative.
• Non‑judgemental.
• Patience.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• The willingness to learn and develop your skills and knowledge.

Training & Future Prospects

• Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3.
• Potential for full‑time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
• Transferable skills valuable in the wider world of work.

Why apply?

Progress your career in pharmacy, earn while gaining a professional, nationally recognised qualification, develop skills that support long‑term progression within healthcare.

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