At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our pharmacy team to dispense medication and support local healthcare.
- Company: Independent pharmacy in Huddersfield with a friendly, supportive environment.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, secure a full-time role, and progress to Level 3 qualification.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic work week with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in pharmacy while making a difference in your community.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 or above.
The predicted salary is between 15000 - 20000 £ per year.
We are looking to recruit a new member to join our pharmacy family in our innovative small team of qualified professionals, as an apprentice Pharmacy Assistant. For the right person, there is the opportunity to secure full-time employment and progress to a higher-level qualification such as the Level 3 Pharmacy Technician.
We are a small, independent pharmacy based in Huddersfield and support local residents with their healthcare requirements. We have a small team, looking to support someone to develop a career in pharmacy.
What You'll Do
- Dispensing of medication to patients
- Over-the-counter sales of non-prescription medication
- Check and monitor prescription slips
- Health & safety responsibility
- Rotation of stock
- Use of patient record systems and use of smart card
- Data entry relating to medication
- Labelling and dispensing
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Working within a team environment
- Liaison with doctors, surgery and health professionals
- Completion of apprenticeship work on time
Training Outcome
- Pharmacy Technician Level 3 apprenticeship
- A possible permanent position within the organisation
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Non-judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - English - 4
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4
Course Information
- Course: Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)
- Level: 2
- Route: Health and science
- Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
Working Arrangements
- Working Week: Monday - Friday with Saturday on a rota. Shifts to be decided on interview.
- Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months
- Training Provider: COREED LIMITED
Apprentice Pharmacy Services Assistant in Huddersfield employer: Cowlersley Pharmacy
Join our close-knit pharmacy family in Huddersfield, where we prioritise employee development and offer a supportive environment for aspiring pharmacy professionals. As an apprentice Pharmacy Services Assistant, you'll benefit from hands-on training, the potential for full-time employment, and opportunities to advance your qualifications, all while making a meaningful impact on the health of our local community.
