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Skills 4 Pharmacy; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while learning

Career progression

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy is offering a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice role to support safe, effective, and lawful medicine supply while learning under pharmacists. The role targets progression to a registered Pharmacy Technician through a Level 3 apprenticeship.

The position involves medicines management, patient counseling, stock control, and governance within a busy community pharmacy, with potential full-time employment after completion.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship qualification provided.
• Keen interest in pharmacy and healthcare.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to commit to the full apprenticeship duration and hours.

Responsibilities

• Managing, ordering, receiving and supplying medicines and pharmaceutical products safely and accurately.
• Providing patient advice on prescriptions and OTC medicines, referring to healthcare professionals when needed.
• Supporting day-to-day running of the pharmacy, including stock control and governance.
• Supervising and supporting pharmacy staff as you progress in the role.
• Assisting with training and mentoring new staff.
• Maintaining high standards through auditing and responding to feedback.

Education

GCSEs English and Maths (A-C or 4-9) and equivalent

Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

Keen interest in pharmacy

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

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 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

Monday to Friday 9am-7pm

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.