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Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship Cohens Chemist

This is an exciting role that will include engaging with customers and clients to provide prescription counter services. This includes housekeeping duties, stock rotation and stock replenishment and helping to deliver a variety of public health services whilst gaining a pharmacy qualification.

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Closing date: 21 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £11,564.80

  • Working week

    Monday – Friday 9am-6pm Shop Opening hours. Candidate will work their agreed hours between these times.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    22 Aug 2022

  • Date posted

    21 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000068208

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Gain experience in retail 
  • Learn about over-the-counter medicines 
  • Assist in dispensing prescription medicines 
  • Order pharmaceutical stock 
  • Advise customers on over-the-counter medication  
  • Assist with minor ailments 

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

L2 Pharmacy Services. 
Functional skills if required. 
 
Learning will be delivered online in a live virtual classroom environment in the pharmacy. 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Potential progression for the right person. 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) Desired

Things to consider

Learning will be delivered online in a live virtual classroom environment in the pharmacy, so candidates need to be competent in and have access to a computer.

About the employer

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.

Employer

Cohens Chemist

Address

Station Lane

Featherstone

Pontefract

WF7 6JL

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Training

Training provider

I & F LIMITED

Contact

Sarah Jevons

sarah@skills4pharmacy.com

01617940528

Apprenticeship standard

Pharmacy services assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

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