Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant Level 2 The Village Pharmacy

A pharmacy based in Kirby Muxloe 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 such as Level 3 pharmacy technician.

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Closing date: 03 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,609.60

  • 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

    17 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    04 Jul 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000179784

  • Positions

    2 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:

  • L2 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, Administrative skills, Number skills

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C/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 Leicestershire, The Village Pharmacy takes pride in providing value for money products for patient’s self-care. Along with providing an efficient and reliable service to all patients and customers, they are hoping to recruit a hardworking and determined candidate to work within their team.

Employer

The Village Pharmacy

Address

UNIT 3

ENTERPRISE HOUSE

MAIN STREET

LE9 2AE

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Training

Training provider

WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Carley

carley.charnock@woodspeentraining.co.uk

07483 367409

Apprenticeship standard

Pharmacy services assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)


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