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Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant

Cramlington Health LTD t/a Northumbria Way Pharmacy · Northumbria Way · posted 28 October 2026

Wage
£15,392 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)
Starts
1 December 2026
Closing date
22 November 2026
Positions
1

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  • 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 cards
  • 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

Your training

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 and Functional Skills if required.

Where it leads

  • Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship
  • A possible permanent position within the organisation

About Cramlington Health LTD t/a Northumbria Way Pharmacy

A pharmacy based in Cramlington 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.

Things to consider

If arriving by public transport, please check times before applying.

Skills they're looking for

Communication SkillsCustomer care skillsNon judgementalOrganisation skillsPatienceTeam working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • The Pharmacy, Unit 1 Northumbria Health & Care Academy, Northumbria Way, NE23 6NZ

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