Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide prescription counter services.
• Give advice to customers and clients.
• Perform housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and stock replenishment.
• Assist in delivering a variety of public health services.
• Participate in gaining a pharmacy 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

• Gain experience in retail.
• Learn about over-the-counter medicines.
• Assist in dispensing prescription medicines.
• Order pharmaceutical stock.
• Advise customers on over-the-counter medication.
• Assist with minor ailments.