Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship
Skills 4 Pharmacy, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset
Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship
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Skills 4 Pharmacy, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset
- Full time
- U
- Onsite working
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 1 week ago, 9 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: d3cfce55321041d5a100859d6703e778
Location ref: Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset
Full Job Description
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
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, GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English desired but not essential as can be provided as part of the course.
Personal Qualities
Patience, Non judgemental, Team working
Skills Required
Communication skills, Organisation skills
Training to be Provided
Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 (GCSE) and Functional Skills if required.
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.
Somebody based within 30 minutes of the pharmacy (please make it clear on your CV if you are able to drive)
Please make sure that you include a CV and fill out our application form in full.
Pay: £10ph
Working Week
Monday to Friday- Occasional Saturday