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Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

READ & SIMONSTONE PHARMACY LTD · North West · BB9 5PH

Apprenticeship Level 2 Health & Science
Salary£16,640 yearly
LocationNorth West
PostcodeBB9 5PH
Start date2 Nov 2026
Apply by30 Oct 2026
QualificationPharmacy services assistant (level 2)
Training provideri & f limited
Job ID53778
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About the role

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Nelson 🌟

Ready to kickstart your career in healthcare? We're looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Pharmacy Assistant Apprentices! This is your chance to gain real-world experience, learn valuable skills, and make a difference in your community. 🏥

As a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice, you'll dive into the daily operations of our pharmacy, supporting our amazing team and ensuring our customers receive top-notch care. You'll be the friendly face at the medicines counter, assist with preparing prescriptions, manage our stock, and keep everything running smoothly. Plus, you'll be working towards a recognised Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship with all the training and support you need! 💪

What you'll be doing:

  • Being a go-to person for customers, answering their questions and helping them out. 🤝
  • Supporting the preparation and dispensing of prescriptions (with expert guidance!). 💊
  • Keeping our stock organised, handling deliveries, and maintaining accurate records. 📦
  • Using our pharmacy systems to manage prescriptions and sales. 💻
  • Ensuring our pharmacy is always clean, safe, and confidential. ✨
  • Teaming up with us to provide exceptional customer service. 😊

What we're looking for in you:

  • A passion for healthcare and helping people! ❤️
  • Awesome communication and customer service skills. 🗣️
  • A sharp eye for detail and a hunger to learn new things. 🧠
  • The ability to thrive in a busy environment. 🚀
  • Someone reliable, punctual, and professional. ✅
  • Basic computer skills are a plus! 🖱️

No prior pharmacy experience? No worries! We provide full training. 🎓

Apprenticeship Perks:

  • Qualification: Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship.
  • Duration: Around 15 months.
  • Learning: A blended learning approach, combining on-the-job training with guided learning.
  • Commitment: You'll need to be ready to commit to contracted working hours and guided learning.

Why join us?

  • Earn & Learn: Get paid while you gain a respected qualification in healthcare. 💰
  • Qualification: Achieve a nationally recognised certification. 🏆
  • Future Ready: Develop skills that open doors to exciting long-term career paths in pharmacy. 📈

This is a fantastic opportunity to get your foot in the door of a rewarding industry. Don't miss out – vacancies can close early once we find the right fit! 🏃‍♀️💨

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