Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant Level 2 HMW HEALTHCARE LTD

A pharmacy in Newark is hoping to recruit a hardworking and determined candidate to work within their small team of qualified professionals, as an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant. This apprenticeship will include dispensing and over counter training and could progress to higher level qualifications, such as Level 3 Pharmacy Technician.

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Closing date: 05 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,609.60

    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

    09 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    05 Jul 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000180519

  • 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:

  • 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, Team working

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 Newark, Hawtonville 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 person to work within their team.

Employer

HMW HEALTHCARE LTD

Address

77 Eton Avenue

Newark

NG24 4JH

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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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