At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a busy pharmacy team and manage medicines while providing patient advice.
- Company: Dynamic pharmacy offering a supportive apprenticeship programme.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn, gain valuable experience, and develop essential skills.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and mentoring.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in healthcare with real-world experience and potential for full-time employment.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English preferred but not essential; keen interest in pharmacy required.
The predicted salary is between 12.75 - 12.75 £ per hour.
- Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
- Application Deadline Date: 02/08/2026
- Working Week: Opening hours are Mon to Fri 8am to 6pm Specific working pattern to be agreed at interview
About the Role
We are recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team.
This role is ideal for someone looking to progress within pharmacy and develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a registered Pharmacy Technician.
Qualifications Required
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.
For applicants without Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent qualifications, employment will be offered on condition of completing initial Maths and English tests to determine suitability for the course.
Skills Required
- A keen interest in pharmacy and healthcare.
- Previous experience in the pharmacy industry or similar.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- The ability to work as part of a team and independently.
- The willingness to learn and develop your skills and knowledge.
- Training to be Provided
- Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3
- Future Prospects
- An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence.
- Potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
- Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing, ordering, receiving and supplying medicines and pharmaceutical products safely and accurately.
- Providing person‑centred advice to patients on prescription and over‑the‑counter medicines, referring to healthcare professionals where appropriate.
- Supporting the day‑to‑day running of the pharmacy, including business processes, stock control and clinical governance.
- Supervising and supporting pharmacy support staff as you progress in the role.
- Assisting with training and mentoring new members of staff.
- Maintaining high standards through auditing, evaluating services and responding to feedback.
- What We’re Looking For
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
- Willingness to commit to the full length of the apprenticeship and working hours.
- Ability to work in a busyd, fast paced environment.
- Good numeracy and work ethic.
- Remuneration
- Location Requirements
Candidate must be based within 30 minutes of the pharmacy and able to drive.
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