Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

About the role

Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship 🎓 - SUDBURY, CO10

Ready to kickstart your career in healthcare and become a vital part of a busy pharmacy team? We're on the lookout for motivated individuals to join us as Pharmacy Technician Apprentices! This is your chance to gain hands-on experience, learn from experienced professionals, and build the skills needed to become a registered Pharmacy Technician. 🚀

What you'll be doing:

• Ensuring medicines and pharmaceutical products are managed, ordered, received, and supplied safely and accurately. 📦
• Providing top-notch, person-centred advice to patients on their prescriptions and over-the-counter medications, knowing when to call in the experts. 🗣️
• Helping to keep the pharmacy running smoothly day-to-day, from business operations to stock management and ensuring we’re meeting all safety standards. ✅
• As you grow, you'll have the opportunity to supervise and support other pharmacy support staff. 🤝
• Getting involved in training and mentoring new team members. 🧑‍🏫
• Maintaining our high standards by auditing services, evaluating how we're doing, and always looking for ways to improve based on feedback. 💯

Your Apprenticeship Journey:

• You'll undertake a Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship – that's equivalent to A-levels! 📚
• Upon successful completion, you'll be eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), opening doors to a professional career. 🚪
• Your training will be a cool mix of learning on the job and dedicated study time. 💻➕👩‍⚕️

What we're looking for:

• Super sharp attention to detail and a genuine commitment to keeping patients safe. 👀
• Awesome communication and customer service skills – you'll be interacting with lots of people! 😄
• The ability to be a fantastic team player, especially in a fast-paced environment. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️
• A strong commitment to completing the full apprenticeship and working the required hours. 💪

Why this is a brilliant opportunity:

• Launch your career in a rewarding field. 🌟
• Earn a salary while you gain a nationally recognised qualification. 💰
• Develop skills that are essential for long-term success in healthcare. 🌱

*Please note: This vacancy may close sooner than expected if we find the perfect candidate!* ⏳

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