Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

  • Location: LEEDS, LS15 7JR
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
  • Ref: VAC-04626
  • Application Deadline Date: 02/07/2026
  • Start Date: 19/07/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday - Friday 9-6pm

Brief Description

LS15 7JR 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.

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 - [Halton]

About the role
As a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice, you will support the day‑to‑day running of the pharmacy, helping customers and working closely with the pharmacy team to ensure safe and efficient service.
You will complete a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship alongside your role, with full training and support provided.

Key duties include:
• You will provide essential day-to-day support to the pharmacy team in the Care home hub which supplies medication to a mix of care homes, hospices and hospital wards in the area.
• You will learn the processes required to provide the highest level of patient care and safety to these vulnerable groups.
• You will be trained how to operate the dispensing robot to support with the automation of dispensing.
• You will be required to follow pharmacy processes with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• You must be confident with using technology as part of your day-to-day practices.

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.

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