Trainee Pharmacy Assistant

Cohens Chemist; Tetbury; On-site; GBP 12,398,000 - 15,154,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension contributions

Staff discount

EAP provided by BUPA

4 weeks' paid holiday

Job summary

Cohens Chemist in Tetbury is hiring a 22-hour Trainee Pharmacy Assistant on a permanent contract. The role includes dispensing prescriptions under supervision, stock management, and delivering excellent customer service at our 37 Long Street branch, GL8 8AA.

You will undertake the Counter Course and NVQ Level 2 during training, developing skills to progress within the business. The position is ideal for someone with customer service experience who is eager to learn and grow.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or retail environments is desirable.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in dispensing and labeling.

Responsibilities

• Accurate dispensing and labeling of prescription items under pharmacist guidance.
• Assist with stock ordering and stock level management in the dispensary and shop.
• Support the team in maintaining high standards of service and patient care.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth operations and timely service.

Skills

Customer service

People skills

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Dispensing

Counter Course

Job description

11989 - 22 hour - Trainee Pharmacy Assistant - Permanent Contract We are looking to recruit a 22 -hour Trainee Pharmacy Assistant on a permanent contract to work at our 548 branch located at 37 Long Street, Tetbury, GL8 8AA.

Shift Pattern

• Monday 13:30 - 18:30
• Tuesday 09:00 - 18:30 (1-hour unpaid lunch break)
• Wednesday 13:30 - 18:30
• Saturday 09:00 - 12:30

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.

Responsibilities

• Duties will include the accurate dispensing and labelling of prescription items with guidance and supervision from the Pharmacist.
• The successful candidate will also be responsible for 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.

Benefits

• 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

We are passionate about equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply.