Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant
Chemist Near Me
Northampton (NN2 6BU)
Closes in 15 days (Monday 26 May 2025)
Posted on 1 May 2025
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Summary
We are seeking to recruit a new member to join our pharmacy family in our innovative small team of qualified professionals, as an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant. For the right person, there is the opportunity to secure full-time employment and progress to a higher level qualification, such as a Level 3 Pharmacy Technician.
- Wage
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£11,778 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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Monday- Friday, 30 hours.
Times to be confirmed.
One in every 2 weekends for 3 hours, 10.00am- 1.00pm.
30 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 27 May 2025
- Duration
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1 year
- 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
What you will do in your working day
- Dispensing of medication to patients
- Over counter sales of non-prescription medication
- Check and monitor prescription slips
- Health & Safety Responsibility
- Rotation of stock
- Use of pharmacy software
- Data Entry relating to medication
- Labelling and Dispensing
- Accuracy and Attention to detail
- Working within a team environment
Where you'll work
42 Semilong Road
Northampton
NN2 6BU
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED
Your 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
Your training plan
- Pharmacy Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
Medicine Counter Assistant Course accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council [GPhc] - Dispensing Assistant Course accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council [GPhc]
- End-Point Assessment (EPA)
- In-house training
- The apprenticeship will last 15 months
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4 or above)
- Maths (grade 4 or above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship 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
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
About this company
Welcome to Chemist Near Me, your trusted partner in health and wellness. Established in September 2023 within the bustling heart of Northampton's Semilong Ward, our journey has been marked by dedication and growth. Since our inception, we have experienced remarkable progress, evolving from a humble practice serving 500 patients to now proudly assisting countless individuals and families. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the expansion of our team, which has more than tripled in size since our humble beginnings. With countless dedicated members, each bringing their unique expertise and passion for healthcare, we ensure that every patient receives personalized attention and care. At Chemist Near Me, we understand that true healthcare extends beyond the mere dispensing of medications. That's why we have partnered with local surgeries in Northampton to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions tailored to the specific needs of our mutual patients. From routine blood pressure testing to specialized travel vaccinations and innovative multi-dosage systems, our range of clinical services is designed to address every aspect of your well-being. Your health journey is our priority, and we are committed to being your trusted ally every step of the way. Welcome to Chemist Near Me, where excellence in care meets compassion in service.
After this apprenticeship
- Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship
- A permanent position within the organisation
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED
Sham Singh
sham.singh@woodspeentraining.co.uk
07483413718
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000318329.
Apply now
Closes in 15 days (Monday 26 May 2025)
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Company’s application instructions
Please apply following the link and upload a copy of your latest Resume/CV along with your date of birth, postcode, and contact details.