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Apprentice Pharmacy Services assistant JHOOTS CHEMIST LIMITED

We have an amazing opportunity to join a fast-growing organisation. The Pharmacy Services Assistant will have the opportunity to learn about the industry and get real practical experience within a pharmacy setting. We are looking for candidates with a passion for helping people along with the drive to succeed and grow within our company.

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Closing date: 28 Aug 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,254.44

    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

    Monday - Friday - Hours to be discussed with employer

    Total hours per week: 37.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    29 Aug 2023

  • Date posted

    29 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000071263

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Learning to dispense prescriptions
Using dispensary and stores computer systems to generate stock levels
Ordering items for use within a department, selling over the counter medicines
Receiving, loading, unloading incoming goods from wholesalers, manufacturers and elsewhere
Drawing any problems identified or queries raised to the attention of pharmacists or pharmacy technicians
Labelling medicines
Learning the till procedures and handling of cash

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

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Become qualified in Pharmacy Level 2

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade D/3) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade D/3) Essential

About the employer

Jhoots Pharmacy is an award winning independent, community pharmacy chain with multiple branches across the nation. We offer an efficient and reliable service to patients, customers and clients. No compromise is made on the training offered to staff, from choosing excellent external suppliers and having highly experienced management team who is readily available, with the head office located in Walsall (West Midlands).

Employer

JHOOTS CHEMIST LIMITED

Address

34 - 35 Thornley Street

Wolverhampton

WV1 1JP

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Training

Training provider

HALESOWEN COLLEGE

Contact

Alice Wilson

awilson@halesowen.ac.uk

01216027853

Apprenticeship standard

Pharmacy services assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

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