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Skills 4 Pharmacy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pharmacy Technician Apprentice role at Skills 4 Pharmacy offers hands-on training within a busy community pharmacy. You will support safe medicines supply, learn under pharmacists, and progress toward GPhC registration through a Level 3 apprenticeship.

Training is blended with on‑the‑job learning, focusing on accuracy, patient care, stock control and governance as you develop into a registered pharmacy technician.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English (desired).
• Willingness to commit to the full length of the apprenticeship and working hours.

Responsibilities

• Managing, ordering, receiving and supplying medicines safely and accurately.
• Providing patient advice on prescription and OTC medicines.
• Supporting day-to-day running of the pharmacy including stock control and governance.
• Supervising and mentoring staff as you progress.
• Assisting with training new team members and maintaining high standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Commitment to apprenticeship

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

Must have pharmacy experience!!!!

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:

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

Mon- Fri

Qualifications Required

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English desired but not essential as 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

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.