Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant Netherton Pharmacy

A pharmacy based in Wakefield are hoping to recruit a hard-working and determined candidate to work within their small team of qualified professionals, as an apprentice pharmacy assistant. The role will involve supporting patient consultations and dispensing medicine (after training). Potential progression to Level 3 Technician afterwards.

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Closing date: 08 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,236.80

    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 - 4.00pm with one hour unpaid lunch

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    16 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    14 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000198519

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties include but not limited to:

  • 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

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. (Please note for this qualification you will need English/maths and two sciences at grade C/4, equivalent and above).

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 3/D) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 3/D) Essential

Things to consider

If arriving by public transport please check times before applying. This role may close before the closing date if an appropriate candidate has been successful for the role.

About the employer

We are a small independent community pharmacy in Wakefield that supports the local community with their healthcare needs. We have been operating for a number of years and work throughout the week to ensure that medication and prescriptions are processed for the public. Our environment is one that is family orientated.

Employer

Netherton Pharmacy

Address

27 Upper Lane

Netherton

Wakefield

WF4 4NG

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Training

Training provider

WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Abbey Roche

abbey.roche@woodspeentraining.co.uk

07599109538

Apprenticeship standard

Pharmacy services assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

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