Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

EMH ACCESS LIMITED; Preston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

EMH ACCESS LIMITED in Preston is offering a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice position. The role supports safe, legal supply of medicines, working with pharmacists and the broader healthcare team to develop skills towards becoming a registered Pharmacy Technician.

The apprenticeship combines on-the-job training with blended learning, with progression toward registration with the GPhC and potential full-time employment on completion.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above.
• Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship (integrated).
• Eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) on completion.

Responsibilities

• Manage, order, receive and supply medicines and pharmaceutical products safely and accurately.
• Provide person-centred advice to patients on prescription and OTC medicines.
• Support daily running of the pharmacy including stock control and governance processes.
• Supervise and support pharmacy support staff as you progress.
• Assist with training and mentoring new staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer care

Initiative

Teamwork

Organisation

Patience

Non-judgemental

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

Job description

Introduction

PR2 1JR. 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.

About the Employer

Our reputation is built on our commitment to prompt professional, personal service and attention to detail, which is reflected in the services we offer and the time we take to get to know our clientele and how to best service their needs.

What You'll Do

Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship - Preston

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

Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found.

Training Outcome

• 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

Skills Required

• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Customer care skills
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Organisation skills
• Patience
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - Maths and English - 4-9

Course Information

Course: Pharmacy technician (integrated) (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Health and science

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday- Saturday 9am- 6pm Sunday 8am- 6pm (hours worked between)

Expected Duration: 2 Years 3 Months

Training Provider: I & F LIMITED