Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship – RUGBY  
About the role: 
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. 
You will complete a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship alongside your role, with full training and support provided. 
Key duties include: 

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  

What we’re looking for: 

We are looking for somebody within 30 minutes of the pharmacy If you are able to drive, please make this clear on your CV.  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. 
 
Apprenticeship details: 

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 
 
Why apply? 

Earn while you learn in a respected healthcare role 
Gain a nationally recognised qualification  Develop transferable skills and long‑term career opportunities in pharmacy  Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found. 
Please make sure that you include a CV and fill out our application form in full. 
£8ph  We are looking for somebody within 30 minutes of the pharmacy. If you are able to drive, please make this clear on your CV. 
 

Training:

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 (GCSE) and Functional Skills if required.



Training Outcome:

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.



Employer Description:
Our reputation is built on our commitment to prompt professional, personal service and attention to detail, which is reflected in the services we offer and the time we take to get to know our clientele and how to best service their needs.

Working Hours :
Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (may include some Saturdays)

Skills:
Communication skills,Non judgemental,Organisation skills,Patience,Team working


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  • Posted: 03-Jun-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk