Wincanton Pharmacy, Level 2 Pharmacy assistant apprenticeship

MEDICINE CLINIC LTD T/A PARLEY CROSS PHARMACY

Wincanton (BA9 9JN)

Closes on Friday 20 November 2026

Posted on 16 October 2026

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Summary

As an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of the pharmacy while completing your apprenticeship training. Working under the supervision of registered pharmacy professionals.

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
Monday to Friday - 40 hours

40 hours a week

Start date

Friday 27 November 2026

Duration

1 year 1 month

Positions available

1

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

As an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of the pharmacy while completing your apprenticeship training
Working under the supervision of registered pharmacy professionals, you will help ensure the safe, efficient, and effective supply of medicines and healthcare advice to our customers
You will gain practical experience in dispensing, stock management, and customer service, while also working towards your Pharmacy Services Assistant qualification

Where you'll work

7 High Street
Wincanton
BA9 9JN

Training

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

Training provider

TEND TRAINING LTD

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

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

Requirements

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

About this employer

We have an exciting opportunity for a pharmacy apprentice, looking to start their career in pharmacy, to join our innovative team of qualified professionals.  We are seeking someone who is motivated, reliable and able to work using their own initiative, whist also being able to work as part of a team.

We pride ourselves on delivering high levels of customer service, so a friendly disposition is important to us and being a team player, to ensure we can collectively serve our customers to a high standard.

After this apprenticeship

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

Upon successful completion of the Level 2, there may be the opportunity to progress to the level 3 for the right candidate

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TEND TRAINING LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059690.

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Closes on Friday 20 November 2026

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