Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED WED 15 JAN 2025

Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in the retail pharmacy sector while earning an apprenticeship wage.

Engagement with customers and clients which helps develop strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Access to training that leads to a recognized pharmacy qualification, enhancing future career prospects.

Involvement in a variety of public health services, contributing positively to community health.

Ability to develop essential skills such as organisation and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Flexibility in working hours, with the possibility of weekend shifts to accommodate different schedules.

Support for those without required qualifications through initial testing and additional training.

Skills4Pharmacy in Manchester is offering a Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship, providing an opportunity to engage with customers and deliver prescription counter services while pursuing a pharmacy qualification. The apprenticeship entails various responsibilities including stock rotation, replenishing supplies, and assisting in public health services. Candidates will work Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm, with potential weekend hours, under an apprenticeship minimum wage.

Applicants are preferred to have GCSEs in Maths and English but those without these qualifications can complete initial tests as part of the course requirements. Essential personal qualities include patience and teamwork, alongside effective communication and organisational skills. The apprenticeship includes training for a Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 and potential future prospects within the pharmacy sector.

Location: Manchester, M20 3BG
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
Ref: VAC-02629
Application Deadline Date: 14/02/2025
Start Date: 26/02/2025
Positions Available: 1
Working Week: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (may include some weekends)

Brief Description

M20 3BG 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.

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.

Personal Qualities

Patience, Non judgemental, Team working

Skills Required

Communication skills, Organisation skills

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.

Vacancy Detail

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Manchester

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

£6.40ph

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