Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Chester-le-Street

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:

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 Previous Customer Service experience (preferred)

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

£8ph
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.
We are looking for somebody within 30 minutes of the pharmacy. If you are able to drive, please make this clear on your CV.

Applicants must be willing to undertake a 1 day unpaid trial shift.

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 to Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm

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