Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-04727
• Application Deadline Date: 24/07/2026
• Start Date: 31/07/2026
• Working Week: Mon-Fri 11am-6pm

Brief Description

CB1 2AS We are looking for a friendly, reliable and motivated Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to join a busy community pharmacy team. This is a great opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands on experience in a healthcare environment while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

Qualifications Required

GCSEs at A C or 4 9 or equivalent, in Maths and English desired but not essential as can be provided as part of the course.

For applicants without Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent qualifications, employment will be offered on condition of completing initial Maths and English tests to determine suitability for the course.

Training to be Provided

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 (GCSE) and Functional Skills if required.

Future Prospects

This is an exciting role that will include engaging with customers and clients to provide prescription counter services, advice, housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and stock replenishment, helping to deliver a variety of public health services whilst gaining a pharmacy qualification.

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Cambridge

About the role

Key duties include

• 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

What we're looking for

• A genuine interest in healthcare and working with people
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to work well in a fast paced environment
• Reliable, punctual and professional
• Basic IT skills

No previous pharmacy experience is required. Full training is provided.

Apprenticeship details

• Qualification: Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship
• Duration: Typically 15 months
• Training delivered alongside your job through blended learning
• Apprentices must be able to commit to contracted working hours and guided learning hours

Why apply?

• Earn while you learn in a respected healthcare role
• Gain a nationally recognised qualification
• Develop transferable skills and long term career opportunities in pharmacy

Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found.

We are looking for somebody who can commute within 30 minutes on foot or public transport, parking in the area is challenging

We are looking for somebody with previous retail experience or barista work. Looking for reliable, punctual, confident, patient and tolerant. Keen to work and input efficiencies and be part of the team.

£8 per hour

Ideally, able to start between 6th and 17th July.