Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant

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Closing Date:

9 August, 2026

Expected Duration:

1 Year 3 Months

Apprenticeship Level:

Intermediate

Number of Positions:

Hours per week:

Wage Information:

£12,480 a year

Employer's Website:

Address:

2 Amberton Terrace

Gipton

Leeds

LS8 3BZ

Description

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.

Training Description:

Pharmacy Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
Medicine Counter Assistant Course accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council [GPhc]
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
In-house training

Full Description:

Dispensing of medication to patients
Over-the-counter sales of non-prescription medication
Check and monitor prescription slips Health & safety responsibility
Rotation of stock
Use of Patient Record Systems and use of smart card
Data entry relating to medication
Labelling and dispensing
Accuracy and attention to detail
Working within a team environment
Liaison with doctors, surgery and health professionals
Completion of apprenticeship work on time

Outcome Description:

Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship
A potentially permanent position within the organisation

Description of Working Week:

Monday – Friday (Some Saturdays on a rota) shifts to be decided at interview.

Skills Required:

Communication skills
Customer care skills
Team working
Non judgemental
Patience

Qualifications Required:

GCSE English 4 Desired
GCSE Maths 4 Desired

Things To Consider:

Employer Description:

A pharmacy based in Leeds are hoping to recruit a hardworking and determined candidate to work within their 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 higher level qualifications.