At a Glance
- Tasks: Support customers and assist with prescriptions in a busy pharmacy environment.
- Company: Join a new community pharmacy team focused on healthcare.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn, gain a recognised qualification, and develop valuable skills.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team atmosphere with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in healthcare while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: GCSE Maths and English required; no prior experience needed.
The predicted salary is between 15000 - 20000 £ per year.
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.
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.
Key duties:- 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
- 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
- Earn while you learn in a respected healthcare role
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification
- Develop transferable skills and long‑term career opportunities in pharmacy
This is an exciting role that will include engaging with customers and clients to provide prescription counter services, advice, housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and stock replenishment, helping to deliver a variety of public health services whilst gaining a pharmacy qualification.
Skills required:- Communication skills
- Non judgemental attitude
- Organisation skills
- Patience
- Team working
- GCSE Maths and English - 4-9
- Working week: Monday‑Friday 09:00‑17:30
- Expected duration: 1 year 3 months
- Training provider: I & F LIMITED
Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found.
Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship employer: R W WILSON PHARMACY LTD
R W WILSON PHARMACY LTD is an excellent employer for aspiring pharmacy professionals, offering a supportive work culture where you can earn while you learn. With comprehensive training and the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification, employees benefit from hands-on experience in a busy community pharmacy, fostering both personal and professional growth in the heart of Blaydon on Tyne.
