Trainee Pharmacy Assistant

Cohens Chemist; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Pharmacy Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This part-time role, requiring 24 hours a week, offers an exciting opportunity to gain essential skills and qualifications in dispensing while working in a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong customer service skills and a keen attention to detail, ensuring high standards of service for customers. With a commitment to training and professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in the healthcare sector. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

4 weeks paid holiday

EAP Provided by BUPA

Pension contributions

Staff discount

Regulatory training

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Must be willing to undertake relevant training courses.
• Previous customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and label prescription items with guidance from the Pharmacist.
• Assist with stock management in the dispensary and shop.

Skills

Customer Service Experience

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Teamwork

Desire to Learn

Education

Counter Course

NVQ Level 2 in Dispensing

Job description

Trainee Pharmacy Assistant

12-month fixed term Contract

We are looking to recruit a 24-hour Trainee Pharmacy Assistant on a 12-month fixed term contract to work at our 706-branch located at Waters Green Medical Centre, Sunderland Street, Macclesfield, SK11 6JL. The proposed shift pattern is as follows: SHIFTS TO INCLUDE EVENING AND WEEKENDS ON A ROTA. SHIFTS INCLUDE 9-6, 10-7, 11-8, 12-9 AND 5-9 ON SATURDAYS. This will be discussed in the interview process.

Whilst working in this branch you will gain excellent knowledge and skills which will contribute to you successfully gaining the recognised Counter Course and NVQ level 2 qualification in Dispensing. This position is ideally suited to someone with previous customer service experience and who is willing to undertake the relevant training courses in order to progress.

Duties:

• The accurate dispensing and labelling of prescription items with guidance and supervision from the Pharmacist.
• Assisting with the ordering and management of stock levels within the dispensary and the shop.

The utmost attention to detail is required in this role along with the ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines. You will also have a desire to learn and progress your career in our business. The successful candidate must have great people skills as this is paramount to your role. You will be required to work as part of a well-established team and ensure our customers receive a high standard of service.

If successful, additional benefits for you could include:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 4 weeks paid holiday, plus statutory holidays, which increase with service (pro-rata for part time employees)
• EAP Provided by BUPA
• Pension contributions
• Staff discount
• Regulatory training where required
• Free uniform

If you think this role is right for you, please apply; we would love to have you as part of the Cohens Family. We are passionate about equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply. Please note the Cohens Group reserves the right to cease any advertising prior to the published closing date for a role that receives a high number of applications.

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Wellness and Fitness Services