Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprentice - Belgrave Pharmacy
BMP HEALTHCARE LTD
Leicester (LE4 6AW)
Closes in 20 days (Thursday 27 November 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 7 November 2025
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Summary
Belgrave Pharmacy is offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to begin their career in the pharmaceutical sector. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of Gujarati or Hindi to support our diverse community, gaining hands-on experience and developing essential skills in a friendly, patient-focused environment.
- Wage
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£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)
- Hours
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Full range of shifts between:
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 6:30pm.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 8 December 2025
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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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 at Belgrave Pharmacy, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our friendly, community-focused pharmacy. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of Gujarati and Hindi to effectively assist our diverse customer base. Your responsibilities will include:
Customer Service & Support
- Assisting customers with general inquiries and providing excellent customer service.
- Advising patients on over-the-counter medications under pharmacist supervision.
- Processing prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
- Handling transactions, including cash and card payments.
Dispensing & Stock Management
- Preparing and labelling medications in accordance with regulations.
- Assisting pharmacists with dispensing prescription medicines.
- Managing stock levels, restocking shelves, and checking for expired medications.
- Receiving, storing, and organising pharmaceutical supplies.
Administrative Duties
- Maintaining accurate patient records and prescription logs.
- Handling confidential information with discretion and in compliance with GDPR regulations.
- Assisting with pharmacy documentation and regulatory compliance.
Health & Safety Compliance
- Following pharmacy protocols and health & safety guidelines.
- Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained in all areas.
- Complying with industry regulations, including data protection and controlled drug procedures.
Training & Development
- Developing an understanding of NHS policies, prescriptions, and pharmaceutical regulations.
- Shadowing experienced pharmacists and team members to gain practical experience.
This apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity to build a strong foundation in pharmacy while working towards a recognized qualification.
Where you'll work
52 Brandon Street
Leicester
LE4 6AW
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)
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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 Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Problem solving skills
- Creative
- Initiative
- Time management
- Adaptable
- Positive attitude
- Committed
About this employer
Belgrave Pharmacy is a community-focused pharmacy in Leicester committed to delivering the highest level of patient care and service. Belgrave Pharmacy. With a welcoming team of professionals, the pharmacy offers both NHS and private clinical services, including repeat dispensing, minor ailment support, and health checks and aims to make healthcare easy and accessible. Belgrave Pharmacy values personal connection and community engagement, and strives to create a supportive work environment. As part of the team you’ll benefit from working in a setting that emphasises professional development, high standards, and a genuine care approach to patients.
After this apprenticeship
- Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000350058.
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Closes in 20 days (Thursday 27 November 2025 at 11:59pm)
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