Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Compound Pharmacy (SOUTHAMPTON).

About the role:

As a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice, you will support the day-to-day running of our specialist compounding pharmacy, working closely with the pharmacy team to ensure prescriptions are prepared, dispensed, and dispatched safely and accurately. This role is based within our online pharmacy operation and focuses on the preparation of bespoke medications tailored to individual patient prescriptions.

You will complete a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship alongside your role, with full training and support provided.

Key duties include:

Supporting the dispensing and dispatching of prescriptions for our online pharmacy services Assisting with the preparation and compounding of bespoke medications on a named-patient basis against prescriptions (under supervision) Handling stock, deliveries, and maintaining accurate records Using pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and maintain patient information Responding to patient and customer queries via email and telephone Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, health and safety, and confidentiality Working closely with the pharmacy team to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient service delivery

What we’re looking for:

A genuine interest in healthcare, pharmacy, and precision-based medication preparation Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow processes accurately Ability to work well in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment Reliable, punctual, and professional Basic IT and administrative skills No previous pharmacy experience is required - full training will be provided

Apprenticeship details:

Qualification: Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship Duration: Typically 15 months Training delivered alongside your role through blended learning

This role is primarily non-patient facing, with customer queries managed via email and telephone. Any patient-facing elements required for the apprenticeship will be facilitated through a partner pharmacy.

Apprentices must be able to commit to contracted working hours and guided learning hours.

Why apply?

Earn while you learn in a specialist area of pharmacy Gain a nationally recognised qualification Develop specialist skills within compounding and prescription services Build long-term career opportunities within the pharmacy sector

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 :
Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm.

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