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Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant Level2 KHAIRA PHARMACY

A pharmacy based in West Bromwich are hoping to recruit a hardworking and determined candidate to work within their small team of qualified professionals, as an apprentice pharmacy assistant. For the right person, there is the opportunity to secure full-time employment and progress to higher level qualifications.

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Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,754.20

    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, may include some weekend work and late hours due to nature of the business. Shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 35.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    19 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Dec 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000113617

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Dispensing medicine (With ongoing training)
  • General admin
  • Dealing with over the counter and phone enquiries
  • Use of the computer and the pharmacy specific software
  • Checking off and unpacking orders
  • Stock management
  • Date checking of stock
  • Processing NHS prescriptions

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

Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant apprenticeship standard, which includes:

  • Level 2 Functional Skills (If required)
  • Own in-house training
  • GPHC approved Qualification

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Full-time permanent role for the right person
  • Further potential for other training such as Level 3 Pharmacy Assistant

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Number skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade GCSE grades A-C, 9-4 or above) Desired

Things to consider

If arriving by public transport, please check travel time before applying.

About the employer

A local independent pharmacy located in West Bromwich. Khaira Pharmacy takes pride in providing value for money products for patient’s self-care.

Employer

KHAIRA PHARMACY

Address

6A

High Street

West Bromwich

B70 6JX

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Training

Training provider

WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Michealla

michaella.moreton@woodspeentraining.co.uk

07872 831019

Apprenticeship standard

Pharmacy services assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

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