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Skills 4 Pharmacy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy in Manchester is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to support daily pharmacy operations, help customers and work with the team to ensure safe, efficient service. You will undertake a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship alongside your role, with full training and support provided.

No previous pharmacy experience is required as full training is offered. Working hours are Mon-Fri with potential weekend shifts during busy periods; duration typically around

Qualifications

• GCSEs desirable; Maths and English helpful but not essential
• No prior pharmacy experience required; full training provided
• Completion of Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship alongside role

Responsibilities

• Assist customers at the medicines counter and respond to queries
• Assist with preparation and supply of prescriptions under supervision
• Handle stock, deliveries and maintain records
• Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales
• Maintain cleanliness, health & safety and confidentiality
• Work as part of a team to ensure excellent customer service

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Team player

Basic IT skills

Education

GCSEs Maths and English

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 apprenticeship

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Job description

About the role

As a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice, you will support the day‑to‑day running of the pharmacy, helping customers and working closely with the pharmacy team to ensure safe and efficient service.

You will complete a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship alongside your role, with full training and support provided.

• Supporting customers at the medicines counter and responding to queries
• Assisting with the preparation and supply of prescriptions (under supervision)
• Handling stock, deliveries and maintaining accurate records
• Using pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, health & safety and confidentiality
• Working as part of a team to ensure excellent customer service

Duration: Typically 15 months

Training delivered alongside your job through blended learning

Apprentices must be able to commit to contracted working hours and guided learning hours

What we’re looking for:

• A genuine interest in healthcare and working with people
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to work well in a fast‑paced environment
• Reliable, punctual and professional
• Basic IT skills

No previous pharmacy experience is required full training is provided.

Why apply?

• Earn while you learn in a respected healthcare role
• Gain a nationally recognised qualification
• Develop transferable skills and long‑term career opportunities in pharmacy

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

Working Week

Mon-Fri 9am -5:30pm Sat 9am -1pm

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.

Training to be Provided

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 (GCSE) and Functional Skills if required.

Future Prospects

This is an exciting role that will include engaging with customers and clients to provide prescription counter services, advice, housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and stock replenishment, helping to deliver a variety of public health services whilst gaining a pharmacy qualification.