Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Introduction

SR8 1AE. We are looking for a friendly, reliable and motivated Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to join a busy community pharmacy team. This is a great opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands‑on experience in a healthcare environment while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

About the Employer

What You'll Do

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Peterlee

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.

Key duties include:

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

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.

Apprenticeship details:

Qualification: Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship.

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.

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.

Training Outcome

Further progression may well be available in other areas within our sector, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Non judgemental
• Organisation skills
• Patience
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - Maths and English - 4-9

Course Information

Course: Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Health and science

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 09.00 - 17.30, Monday to Friday. 09.00 - 13.00, Saturday.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Training Provider: I & F LIMITED