Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant in Cramlington

Introduction

We are seeking 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 Level3 Pharmacy Technician.

About the Employer

Our team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians are more than just healthcare professionals – they’re compassionate caregivers committed to your well‑being. With years of experience and expertise across pharmacy practice, our staff provide personalised guidance, answer your questions, and address your concerns.

What You’ll Do

• Dispensing of medication to patients
• Over‑the‑counter sales of non‑prescription medication
• Check and monitor prescription slips
• Health and safety responsibility
• Rotation of stock
• Use of patient record systems and use of smart card
• 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 Level3 Apprenticeship
• A possible permanent position within the organisation

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Non‑judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential – GCSE English – 4
• Essential – GCSE Maths – 4

Course Information

• Course: Pharmacy services assistant (level2)
• Level:2
• Route: Health and science
• Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

• Working Week: Monday – Friday. Weekend work on a rota, will get days off during the week if working at weekend.
• Shifts to be confirmed.
• Expected Duration: 1 year3 months
• Training Provider: COREEDLIMITED