At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist patients, support dispensing, and deliver exceptional customer service in a community pharmacy.
- Company: Join Day Lewis, a leading independent pharmacy group with a friendly team.
- Benefits: Earn £11ph as an apprentice, enjoy staff discounts, and gain a nationally recognised qualification.
- Other info: Structured training, career growth opportunities, and a supportive environment await you!
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing a rewarding career in pharmacy.
- Qualifications: A warm, friendly attitude and a passion for helping others; previous experience preferred for qualified role.
The predicted salary is between 11 - 11 £ per hour.
Join Our Friendly Community Pharmacy Team at Day Lewis Twickenham. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as either a Pharmacy Apprentice or Qualified Pharmacy Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping people, thrives in a customer-facing environment, and wants to develop a rewarding career in community pharmacy.
Working Hours
- Pharmacy Apprentice: £11ph, Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 3:00pm (Includes dedicated apprenticeship training; an additional hour per day is allocated towards apprenticeship learning and coursework)
- Qualified Pharmacy Assistant: Salary depending on experience, Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 2:00pm
About the Role
You will work across both the dispensary and retail areas of the pharmacy, supporting patients and helping the team deliver exceptional healthcare and customer service. Your duties may include:
- Assisting patients with prescriptions and healthcare enquiries
- Supporting the dispensing process
- Serving customers and recommending appropriate healthcare products
- Maintaining high standards of customer service and professionalism
- Stock management, merchandising and shop presentation
- Supporting the delivery of NHS and private pharmacy services
- Building strong relationships with our patients and local community
What We're Looking For
We are seeking someone who:
- Has a warm, friendly and approachable manner
- Is a genuine people person who enjoys helping others
- Is kind, compassionate and patient-focused
- Takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service
- Has high personal and professional standards
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Is keen to learn and develop new skills
- Is reliable, organised and motivated
For the qualified Pharmacy Assistant role, previous pharmacy experience and relevant pharmacy qualifications are preferred.
Why Join Day Lewis?
- Supportive and experienced pharmacy team
- Structured training and development opportunities
- Nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification (Apprentice role)
- Opportunity to develop a long-term career within pharmacy
- Work across both retail and healthcare environments
- Staff discounts and company benefits
- Be part of one of the UK's leading independent pharmacy groups
At Day Lewis, we believe in treating every patient as we would want our own family to be treated. If you share our values of kindness, compassion and outstanding customer care, we'd love to hear from you.
Community Pharmacy Assistant, Apprenticeship & Growth in London employer: Day Lewis Pharmacy
Day Lewis Pharmacy is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture. With flexible location options across Hampshire, competitive reimbursement for travel expenses, and a commitment to employee growth, we empower our team members to excel in their roles while providing outstanding service to our patients. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the community as part of a family-owned business that truly recognises and rewards hard work.
