Pharmacy Apprenticeship JHOOTS PHARMACY LIMITED

A pharmacy based in Weston, Bath, hope to recruit a hardworking and determined candidate to work within their team of qualified professionals, as an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant. For the right person, there is the opportunity to progress to higher level qualifications. Duties include patient consultations, dispensing medicines and general admin.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 01 Dec 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, shifts to be confirmed. Some occasional working on a Saturday may be required.

    Total hours per week: 35.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    02 Dec 2023

  • Date posted

    01 Nov 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000209241

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • 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

The training you will be getting

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
  • GPHC approved dispensing and over counter qualification

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Full-time permanent 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, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Logical, Team working, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

If travelling by public transport, please check travel time before applying.

About the employer

Jhoots Pharmacy is an independent, community pharmacy chain who offers a range of essential, advanced and NHS services to patients, customers and clients.

Employer

JHOOTS PHARMACY LIMITED

Address

125 High Street

Weston

Bath

BA1 4DF

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Training

Training provider

WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Sasha brooks

Sasha.brooks@woodspeentraining.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Pharmacy services assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

Please use this link to apply via our website and make sure you include the vacancy reference number for this apprenticeship. The vacancy number is 20SB

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 01 Dec 2023