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Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

EXEL (CHEMISTS) LIMITED · I & F LIMITED
Location
56 High Street
Postcode
WF6 2AQ
Salary
£12,480 a year
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Hours per week
30h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 2 – Intermediate
Qualification
Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)
Start date
21 October 2026
Application deadline
16 October 2026
Posted
24 September 2026
Vacancy reference
2000055396

Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).

About the role

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - Normanton

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:

  • Supporting customers at the medicines counter and responding to queries
  • Assisting with the preparation and supply of prescriptions (under supervision)
  • Handling stock, deliveries and maintaining accurate records
  • Using pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales
  • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, health & safety and confidentiality
  • Working as part of a team to ensure excellent customer service
  • 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.

Requirements

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 as full training is provided.

Working week

Mon-Sat 8am-9pm Sun 11am-4pm.

Skills

Communication skillsNon judgementalOrganisation skillsPatienceTeam working

Required qualifications

Desired
GCSE · Maths and English · Grade 4-9

Training & development

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.

About EXEL (CHEMISTS) LIMITED

Our reputation is built on our commitment to prompt professional, personal service and attention to detail, which is reflected in the services we offer and the time we take to get to know our clientele and how to best service their needs.