Apprentice Retail Pharmacy Assistant - Bramhall Pharmacy- Stockport RB HEALTHCARE LTD

To work within a friendly pharmacy team under the direction of a registered pharmacist, qualified dispensers and MCA staff, you will learn the day to day running of a community pharmacy.

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Closing date: 15 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,379.50

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Typical working day 9am until 6pm with an hour for lunch.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    15 Weeks

  • Possible start date

    30 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    22 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000068995

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The work includes: • Taking in and handing out prescriptions • Using computer systems to generate stock lists and labels • Ordering items • Receiving, loading, unloading deliveries • Selling over-the-counter medicines • Answering customers questions face to face or by phone • Preparing medicines • Referring problems or queries to the pharmacist A flexible approach is required for this position; working Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays. You will be given the training you need to be a member of the pharmacy team on the apprenticeship scheme with a chance to grow and learn ability to expand your knowledge and possibly move forward to doing the dispensing NVQ2 course.

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

Retail Level 2 Apprenticeship + 2 GPhC Accredited Courses delivered by the National Pharmacy Association (NPA) Medicines Counter Assistant and Accredited Dispensing Assistant Course.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Possible to move forward to doing the dispensing NVQ2 course

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Caring, Communication skills, Initiative

Qualifications

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

About the employer

Pharmacy

Employer

RB HEALTHCARE LTD

Address

Bramhall Pharmacy

61-63 N Park Rd

SK7 3LQ

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Training

Training provider

QUBE QUALIFICATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Retailer

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

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This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 15 Apr 2023