Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant
Northumbria Way Pharmacy & Clinic (Cramlington) · Northumbria Way · posted 20 July 2026
Wage
£15,808 a year
Hours
38 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)
Starts
24 August 2026
Closing date
16 August 2026
Positions
1
Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.
- Dispensing of medication to patients
- Over-the-counter sales of non-prescription medication
- Check and monitor prescription slips
- Health and 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
Where it leads
- Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship
- A possible permanent position within the organisation
About Northumbria Way Pharmacy & Clinic (Cramlington)
Our team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians are more than just healthcare professionals – they're compassionate caregivers committed to your well-being. With years of experience and expertise across pharmacy practice, our staff provide personalised guidance, answer your questions, and address your concerns. Get to know the faces behind Northumbria Way Pharmacy Clinic and discover the difference our team can make in your health journey
Skills they're looking for
Communication skillsCustomer care skillsTeam workingNon judgementalPatience
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential
Where you'll work
- UNIT 1, NORTHUMBRIA HEALTH & CARE ACAD, NORTHUMBRIA WAY, CRAMLINGTON, NE23 6NZ
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