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Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship SECRET POTIONS LTD

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

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

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Closing date: 05 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £11,255.40

    Wage can be negotiated depending on experience or age

    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

    Full-time Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8:30am - 6.30pm (1-hour unpaid lunch). Negotiable hours for the right candidate.

    Total hours per week: 45

    (the hours are based on the candidate being over 18)

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    06 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000120194

  • 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?

Pharmacy services assistant Level 2 (GCSE).

Functional skills if required. 

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, Patience, Non judgemental, Initiative, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade 4-9) 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

Here at Greencross Pharmacy we aim to help keep you and your family healthy by providing high quality pharmacy services. We participate in the NHS Electronic Prescription Service. As well as dispensing prescriptions, our pharmacists and trained staff we can provide a range of over the counter medicines and advice on a wide range of illnesses. Appointments aren’t necessary, so why not call in and speak to our helpful staff.

Employer

SECRET POTIONS LTD

Address

95 Musters Road, West Bridgford

Nottingham

NG2 7PX

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Training

Training provider

I & F LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Pharmacy services assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 05 Feb 2023