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Skills 4 Pharmacy; Arnold; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to support the safe, effective and lawful supply of medicines, working closely with pharmacists and the wider healthcare team.

This full-time apprenticeship provides on-the-job training, aims to progress to a registered Pharmacy Technician, and includes the Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship (equivalent to A-level) with a pathway to GPhC registration on completion.

Qualifications

• A keen interest in pharmacy and healthcare.
• Previous experience in the pharmacy industry or similar.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop your skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Managing, ordering, receiving and supplying medicines safely and accurately.
• Providing person-centred advice to patients on prescription and OTC medicines.
• Supporting day-to-day running of the pharmacy, including stock control and clinical governance.
• Supervising and supporting pharmacy support staff as you progress in the role.
• Assisting with training and mentoring new staff and maintaining service quality.

Skills

Pharmacy interest

Customer service

Team work

Independent work

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

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

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:

• Must live close to the pharmacy
• 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.

Working Week

Full Time

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.