Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care


• Ref: VAC-05204


• Application Deadline Date: 18/09/2026


• Start Date: 19/09/2026


• Working Week: Opening hours are: Mon to Fri 8.30am to 6.30pmSat 9am to 12pm Specific working pattern to be agreed at interview

Brief Description

SN25 4YX We are recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team. This role is ideal for someone looking to progress within pharmacy and develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a registered Pharmacy Technician.

Qualifications Required

Potential apprentices must have GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English.

Skills Required

• A keen interest in pharmacy and healthcare.


• Previous experience in the pharmacy industry or similar.


• Good communication and customer service skills.


• The ability to work as part of a team and independently.


• The willingness to learn and develop your skills and knowledge.

Training to be Provided

Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3

Future Prospects

• An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence.


• Potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.


• Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.

Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship - SWINDON
About the role

As a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice, you will support the safe, effective and lawful supply of medicines while working closely with pharmacists and the wider healthcare team. We are recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team. This role is ideal for someone looking to progress within pharmacy and develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a registered Pharmacy Technician.

Key responsibilities

• Managing, ordering, receiving and supplying medicines and pharmaceutical products safely and accurately


• Providing person centred advice to patients on prescription and over the counter medicines, referring to healthcare professionals where appropriate


• Supporting the day to day running of the pharmacy, including business processes, stock control and clinical governance


• Supervising and supporting pharmacy support staff as you progress in the role


• Assisting with training and mentoring new members of staff


• Maintaining high standards through auditing, evaluating services and responding to feedback

Apprenticeship & qualification

• Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship (equivalent to A level)


• On successful completion, you will be eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)


• Training delivered through a blended learning approach alongside your job

What we're looking for

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety


• Good communication and customer service skills


• Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast paced environment


• Willingness to commit to the full length of the apprenticeship and working hours

Why apply?

• Progress your career in pharmacy


• Earn while gaining a professional, nationally recognised qualification


• Develop skills that support long term progression within healthcare

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

Additional qualities

• Previous customer service experience is advantageous


• Friendly


• Approachable


• Reliable


• Ability to work in a busy, fast paced environment


• Attention to detail


• Good numeracy and communication skills


• Team player


• Excellent customer service skills


• Good work ethic and keen to develop

£12.75ph

We require somebody based within 30 minutes of the pharmacy.