Pharmacy Technician — Patient Care & Flexible Hours

Tesco UK; Salford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Tesco UK is hiring a Pharmacy Technician to dispense prescriptions, advise customers on medicines and pharmacy services, and support store pharmacy operations. The role requires NVQ-level Pharmacy Technician or equivalent and active GPhC registration.

You’ll work in a friendly, inclusive Tesco store environment with opportunities for CPD and career growth. Shifts are posted with availability windows, and the team emphasizes flexible working discussions during application.

Qualifications

• NVQ-level Pharmacy Technician or Accuracy Checking Technician qualification (or equivalent).
• Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician/Accuracy Checking Technician.
• Evidence of completing a recognised training programme for Pharmacy Technicians or Accuracy Checking Technicians.
• Proof of meeting annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.

Responsibilities

• Accurately dispense prescription medicines and assess legal appropriateness.
• Provide friendly, professional advice on medicines, ailments and pharmacy services.
• Support pharmacy management and follow all SOPs and dispensary routines.
• Keep dispensary and consultation areas clean, organised and compliant.
• Handle customer and healthcare professional queries within competence.
• Complete prescription administration accurately and on time.
• Promote pharmacy services, products and company initiatives.
• Coach and support team members as needed.
• Maintain GPhC registration, training and professional development.

Skills

Customer service

Pharmacy knowledge

Communication

Education

Pharmacy Technician qualification

Job description

Tesco UK is hiring a Pharmacy Technician to dispense prescriptions, advise customers on medicines and pharmacy services, and support store pharmacy operations. The role requires NVQ-level Pharmacy Technician or equivalent and active GPhC registration.

You’ll work in a friendly, inclusive Tesco store environment with opportunities for CPD and career growth. Shifts are posted with availability windows, and the team emphasizes flexible working discussions during application.