Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprentice

Werrington Pharmacy, based in Stoke-on-Trent, is offering a hard-working and enthusiastic candidate an opportunity to work in the pharmacy sector. 

If you are passionate about pursuing a career in the pharmacy sector, this role is a fantastic opportunity with great potential.

Main duties include:

Ordering, receiving and storing pharmaceutical stock Receiving prescriptions and ordering prescriptions Making up blister packs Dispensing once trained Labelling of prescriptions Liaising with customers over the phone and face to face Duping and disposing of medicines Managing stock levels, replenishing and cleaning sales areas
Receive incoming supplies, verify quantities against orders and inform supervisor of stock needs and shortages Ensuring standards for quality, customer service and health and safety are met To utilise specialist product knowledge when required To maintain a clean and tidy working environment To complete compulsory training as required To carry out other duties which naturally fall within the reasonable expectations of the role

Training:

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 - https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/pharmacy-services-assistant-v1-0

BTEC Level 2 in the Practice & Principles for Pharmacy Support Staff. Functional Skills up to Level 2 in English and maths if required.

Please note that the apprenticeship standards require the apprentice to sit for an End Point Assessment. Please refer to the above link for more information.

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity for ongoing employment.

Opportunity to progress to Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprentice either at this employer (if offered) or by finding another pharmacy placement elsewhere.

Employer Description:
At Werrington Pharmacy we care about the community we serve. We pride ourselves on well-trained and qualified pharmacists who are eager to give advice, treat and also dispense prescriptions.

Working Hours :
Full range of shifts between the pharmacy opening hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm; Saturday 9am to 1pm. It includes working every other Saturday, but time off in the week will be given. There may be an opportunity to work up to 35 hours per week.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience