Apprentice Dispensing Assistant - Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2

MCC HEALTHCARE LTD

Nottingham, NOTTINGHAM

Closes in 15 days (Friday 2 October 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 17 September 2026

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Summary

We are an independent community pharmacy with two branches in New Basford and Nuthall, trading since 2007.

Our friendly, long-standing team works in a relaxed, professional environment, delivering outstanding customer service to all our patients.

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)
Hours
Radford Road - NG7 7EA - Monday - Friday 9am to 6pm (1-hour lunch) Thursday 9am to 1pm. Nuthall Pharmacy - NG16 1PT - Monday - Friday 9am to 6pm (1-hour lunch).

40 hours a week

Start date

Saturday 3 October 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

3

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

We are looking for motivated individuals who are willing to learn, work hard and build a rewarding career in Community Pharmacy.

The role can be challenging at times, but you’ll be part of a caring healthcare team making a real difference to patients’ health and wellbeing.

With over 30 years of combined management experience, you’ll receive full support throughout your learning journey.

We want people who show initiative, think for themselves and are committed to making a difference!

Where you'll work

You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

  • 2 Upminster Drive, Nuthall, Nottingham, NG16 1PT
  • 544 RADFORD ROAD, NOTTINGHAM, NG7 7EA

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

Training course

Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

What you'll learn

Course contents
  • receive and log prescriptions
  • assemble prescribed items, undertake an in-process accuracy check and issue prescribed items
  • work according to legislative requirements, and organisational policies
  • order, receive, maintain and issue pharmaceutical stock
  • provide appropriate advice when authorised on supplied medicines and products, their storage and disposal
  • work within the parameters of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of the pharmacy
  • act in accordance with systems and organisational governance
  • recognise and act within the pharmacy regulatory, legal and ethical standards
  • support the team in the development of others
  • maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal
  • communicate effectively with the public, carers and other health and social care professionals using a range of techniques to determine their needs, and keep information confidential
  • handle information (record, report and store information) related to individuals and/or patients in line with local and national policies
  • use pharmacy IT systems and other IT resources according to legislative requirements and organisational policies
  • demonstrate person centred care and support within a pharmacy setting
  • make pharmacy patients and patient safety your first concern
  • use judgement and refer service user as appropriate to another member of the team, GP, healthcare worker, manufacturer etc
  • maintain the interests of patients and the health of the public
  • promote and advocate equality, diversity and inclusion
  • promote healthy lifestyles to customers
  • work safely within the parameters of your role using Standard Operating Procedures
  • apply policies which relate to health and safety at work
  • act appropriately in situations to prevent harm to yourself and others

Training schedule

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2.

All delivered in the workplace, will get min 6-hours during paid working week off the job training to complete the apprenticeship work set by assessor. Once been fully enrolled.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 9-3)
  • Maths (grade 9-3)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Initiative

About this employer

We are an Independent Community Pharmacy Company consisting of two branches in New Basford and Nuthall and have been trading since 2007.

Our employees are all long standing members of the team who have been working with us for a number of years.

As Independents we are not tied down to strict working rules like the multiple pharmacies are.

We work in a relaxed, professional manner to deliver outstanding customer service to all our patients.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Candidates could possibly move on to NVQ Level 3 Dispensing Tech and the Checking Tech Courses.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000054134.

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Closes in 15 days (Friday 2 October 2026 at 11:59pm)