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Skills 4 Pharmacy; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 9,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy is offering a Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship that combines practical workplace experience with formal study to become a qualified technician. The role involves preparing and dispensing medicines, maintaining records, ordering stock, and advising patients within the scope of the apprenticeship.

The apprenticeship program runs 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a structured progression toward full-time employment on successful completion.

Qualifications

• Interest in pharmacy and healthcare.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medicines within the scope of the role.
• Maintain accurate patient records and stock levels.
• Order and manage stock, ensuring medicines are in date and correctly stored.
• Provide advice to patients within the scope of the apprenticeship.

Skills

Interest in pharmacy

Experience in pharmacy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSEs A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English

Job description

A Pharmacy Technician Apprentice supports pharmacists and the wider pharmacy team in providing safe and effective care to patients. The role involves preparing and dispensing medicines, maintaining accurate records, ordering and managing stock, and providing advice to patients within the scope of the role. As an apprentice, you combine practical workplace experience with formal study to develop the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required to become a qualified pharmacy technician. The role also involves following legal and professional standards, maintaining patient confidentiality, and working effectively as part of a healthcare team.

Working Week

40 Hrs per week. Monday to Friday 9am -6pm closed for lunch 12-1pm everyday. Closed weekends

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.

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.