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Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

DAY LEWIS PLC · South West · PL1 3BW

Apprenticeship Level 2 Health & Science
Salaryยฃ16,640 yearly
LocationSouth West
PostcodePL1 3BW
Start date19 Oct 2026
Apply by7 Oct 2026
QualificationPharmacy services assistant (level 2)
Training provideri & f limited
Job ID49161
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About the role

๐Ÿš€ Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Devon ๐Ÿš€

Ready to kickstart your career in healthcare? We're looking for enthusiastic individuals to join us as Pharmacy Assistant Apprentices! This isn't just a job; it's a chance to make a real difference in people's lives while earning and learning. โœจ

As a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice, you'll be at the heart of our pharmacy, supporting the daily operations, helping our customers, and working closely with our amazing team to deliver a safe and efficient service. You'll also be working towards a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship, with all the training and support you need to succeed. ๐ŸŽ“

Your Day-to-Day Will Involve:

  • ๐Ÿ‘‹ Greeting and assisting customers at the medicines counter, answering their questions.
  • ๐Ÿ’Š Helping prepare and dispense prescriptions (always with supervision, of course!).
  • ๐Ÿ“ฆ Managing stock, accepting deliveries, and keeping our records ship-shape.
  • ๐Ÿ’ป Using our pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales.
  • ๐Ÿงผ Maintaining a super clean and safe pharmacy environment, keeping everything confidential.
  • ๐Ÿค Collaborating with the team to provide top-notch customer service.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

  • ๐Ÿ’– Has a genuine passion for healthcare and helping people.
  • ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Is a great communicator with awesome customer service skills.
  • ๐Ÿง Is detail-oriented and eager to learn new things.
  • ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ Can thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment.
  • โฐ Is reliable, punctual, and professional.
  • ๐Ÿ’ป Has basic IT skills.

No prior pharmacy experience? No worries! We provide full training. ๐ŸŽ‰

Apprenticeship Perks:

  • ๐Ÿ“œ Qualification: Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship.
  • ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Duration: Typically around 15 months.
  • ๐Ÿ“š Training: Blended learning delivered alongside your work.
  • โณ Commitment: You'll need to commit to your contracted working hours and guided learning.

Why You Should Apply:

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Earn While You Learn: Get paid while gaining valuable experience in a respected healthcare role.
  • ๐Ÿ† Nationally Recognised Qualification: Boost your CV with a qualification that opens doors.
  • ๐ŸŒฑ Develop Your Skills: Gain transferable skills and explore long-term career paths in pharmacy.

Important Note: This vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we find the perfect candidate. Don't miss out! Apply today! ๐Ÿš€

Key responsibilities

  • 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