Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship

PILL BOX CHEMISTS LTD

Wroughton Swindon (SN4 9ED)

Closes in 13 days (Wednesday 5 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 22 July 2026

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Summary

St. John Pharmacy are looking for an enthusiastic person to join their team and assist in the day to day running of the business. They will be helping with the dispensing and stocking of medicine and pharmacy supplies. If this sounds like the role for you, then please apply today!

Wage

£18,000 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Training course
Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday ( Hours to be discussed at interview)

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 10 August 2026

Duration

1 year 3 months

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, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience
  • You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff
  • Supporting customers at the medicines counter and responding to queries
  • Assisting with the preparation and supply of prescriptions (under supervision)
  • Handling stock, deliveries and maintaining accurate records
  • Using pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales
  • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, health & safety and confidentiality
  • Working as part of a team to ensure excellent customer service

Where you'll work

St John Pharmacy
6 8 St John Road
Wroughton Swindon
SN4 9ED

Training

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

Training provider

BRADFORD 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

  • 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

More training information

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 9 - 4)
  • Maths (grade 9-4)

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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

About this employer

Pillbox Chemists is a family-owned, independent community pharmacy group with over 20 locations across Berkshire, Hampshire, Middlesex, Kent, Northamptonshire, and Surrey. We are proud to have built a highly skilled team of pharmacists, dispensing technicians, and counter assistants who deliver a wide range of tailored NHS and private pharmacy services.

Our culture is shaped and led by Davinder Virdee and a dedicated management team, all focused on providing exceptional pharmacy care within the heart of local communities.

With extensive expertise and a commitment to quality, we deliver the highest standards of pharmaceutical care to both individual patients and care homes. Our forward-thinking approach and dedication to service innovation ensure we meet your health needs safely, professionally, and personally‚ always within a modern pharmacy environment designed to support the evolving needs of the NHS and the communities we serve.

http://www.pillboxchemists.com (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

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

  • On completion of the  apprenticeship, individuals may have the opportunity to apply to progress on to the advanced apprenticeship, they may also be offered full-time employment by the employer

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BRADFORD COLLEGE

Kelli Brown

k.brown@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

01274 088077

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000044137.

Apply now

Closes in 13 days (Wednesday 5 August 2026 at 11:59pm)