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Impact Futures; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust offers an Apprenticeship as a Pharmacy Assistant. You will support daily pharmacy operations while completing the Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship programme, under the supervision of registered pharmacy professionals.

You will gain hands-on experience in dispensing, stock management and customer service, contributing to the safe supply of medicines and patient care, with ongoing training and assessments.

Qualifications

• Customer care and communication skills required.
• Willingness to learn and complete the apprenticeship programme.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in dispensing and stock management under supervision.
• Provide customer service and health information in line with SOPs.
• Support NHS and private prescriptions processing.
• Participate in training modules and coursework for the Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship.

Skills

Customer care skills

Initiative

Job description

Duties

As an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of the pharmacy while completing

your apprenticeship training. Working under the supervision of registered pharmacy professionals.

Duties

As an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of the pharmacy while completing

your apprenticeship training. Working under the supervision of registered pharmacy professionals, you will help ensure the safe,

efficient, and effective supply of medicines and healthcare advice to our customers. You will gain practical experience in

dispensing, stock management, and customer service, while also working towards your Pharmacy Services Assistant qualification.

Training and Development:

• Actively participate in the Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship programme in coordination with the training provider and
• Under the guidance of the pharmacy team.
• Complete all required coursework, assessments, and training modules in line with the apprenticeship framework.

Dispensing and Pharmacy Operations:

• Assist in the selection, labelling, and dispensing of pharmaceutical products in accordance with prescriptions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and professional requirements at all times.
• Support the accurate and timely processing of NHS and private prescriptions.
• Participate in monthly NHS prescription submissions to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Contribute to the accuracy of purchasing, dispensing and endorsing to maximise reimbursement.

Customer Service and Advice:

• Deliver high standards of customer service, responding to general health and OTC (over-the-counter) enquiries.
• Use approved protocols and your knowledge to recommend suitable products and advise on their correct use.
• Provide information on leading a healthy lifestyle and refer customers to the pharmacist where appropriate.

Stock and Inventory Management:

• Receive and check deliveries, sort and store stock in line with SOPs.
• Ensure appropriate storage and handling of all medicines and products.
• Assist in stock control activities, including maintaining adequate stock levels and expiry date management.
• Help prepare Monitored Dosage Systems (MDS) and support services to care homes and other care settings.
• Work with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of patient care, particularly across primary and secondary care.

Administrative and General Duties:

• Operate the till and card machines, maintaining accurate cash handling practices.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and security in both the retail and dispensary areas.
• Keep up to date with product knowledge, industry news, and training resources.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as requested by line management to support the smooth running of the pharmacy.

Requirements

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to

reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Customer care skills
• Initiative

Other requirements

Essential Skills and Attributes: Willingness to learn and a strong commitment to completing the apprenticeship programme.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work well in a team and

follow instructions. A caring and empathetic attitude towards customers and patients. Basic numeracy, literacy, and IT skills.

This role is dependent on successful enrolment onto an approved apprenticeship programme and is subject to eligibility checks.

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will

be spent training or studying.

Actively participate in the Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship programme in coordination with the training provider and

under the guidance of the pharmacy team.

Complete all required coursework, assessments, and training modules in line with the apprenticeship framework.

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the Level 2 you can move onto the Level 3 Pharmacy technician.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust