Apprentice Retail Pharmacy Assistant- Fox & Medcalfe Pharmacy- Lancaster SYKES CHEMISTS LIMITED
This apprenticeship will allow the successful candidate to gain experience in all aspects of operating a pharmacy. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 20 Mar 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£9,504.56
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Weekdays 9am - 6pm, Saturday 9am - 1pm
Total hours per week: 38.0
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Expected duration
15 Months
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Possible start date
22 Mar 2023
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Date posted
23 Aug 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000080215
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
The role and duties will include:
-Being involved in all areas of the dispensing process for prescriptions -Talking to patients both in person and on the telephone
-Provision of simple advice and information on self-care to those that request it
-Preparation of compliance aids (dossette box) for patients on this scheme
-Involvement in various services provided by the pharmacy (needle exchange, methadone service, medication delivery service, flu jab service, asylum seeker minor ailments scheme, etc.)
-Serving patients in the shop and operating the till
-General cleaning and tidying, and being a valued member of the pharmacy team.
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?
- Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship and assuming positive progress reviews and reports, we intend to extend an offer of permanent employment.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Desired
About the employer
Employer
SYKES CHEMISTS LIMITED
Address
Fox & Medcalfe Pharmacy
36 King Street
LA1 1RE
Training
Training provider
QUBE QUALIFICATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard
Retailer
Level 2 (GCSE)
Employer's Application Instructions
Please click on the link below to apply
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 20 Mar 2023