Apprentice Pharmacy Services Assistant - Level 2 Kings Pharmacy

A pharmacy in Birmingham are 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: 26 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,296.00

    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

    37.5 hours per week. Weekend availability required. Shifts tbc.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Nov 2023

  • Date posted

    26 Jul 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000186258

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Support with patient consultations
  • Dispensing medicine (after training)
  • General admin
  • Dealing with counter and phone enquiries
  • Use of the computer and 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 1/2 functional skills in maths and English (if required)
  • End-point assessment (EPA)
  • In-house training provided by employer
  • GPHC approved Dispensing and MCA qualification
  • Training will be provided on a weekly basis

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Full-time role for the right person or further potential for other training such as a Level 3 Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4/C 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 Birmingham, Kings 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

Kings Pharmacy

Address

118-120 Weoley Castle Road

Birmingham

B29 5PT

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Training

Training provider

WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Carley

carley.charnock@woodspeentraining.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Pharmacy services assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

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