Pharmacy Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship SIDDIQUE PHARMACY LTD

An independent pharmacy are hoping to recruit a hardworking, determined and 100% committed candidate to work within their small team of qualified professionals, as a Pharmacy Assistant Level 2 Apprentice. For the right person there is the opportunity to secure full-time employment and progress to higher level qualifications. Duties include: patient consultations (after training), dispensing medicine (all training provided) and general admin.

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Closing date: 25 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,296.00

    Pay will be reviewed on attendance and performance

    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, 9.00am - 5.00pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Nov 2023

  • Date posted

    25 Aug 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000194502

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Patient consultations (After training)
  • Dispensing medicine (all training provided)
  • 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 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
  • End-Point Assessment (EPA)
  • Work-based learning
  • GPHC Approved Dispensing Qualification.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence.
  • Potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
  • Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Desired

About the employer

Local well established family Pharmacy with friendly and helpful staff.

Employer

SIDDIQUE PHARMACY LTD

Address

215 GREAT HORTON ROAD

BRADFORD

BD7 3BG

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Training

Training provider

WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Steve Mundin

steve.mundin@woodspeentraining.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Pharmacy services assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

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