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Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Day Lewis PLC · 266-276 Torquay Road · posted 13 July 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)
Starts
18 August 2026
Closing date
12 August 2026
Positions
1

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Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - (location).

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 and 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 as 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.

We require somebody based within 20 minutes of the pharmacy (please make it clear on your CV if you are able to drive).

Please make sure that you include a CV and fill out our application form in full.

Pay: £8ph.

Your training

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 (GCSE) and Functional Skills if required.

Where it leads

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 Day Lewis PLC

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.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsNon judgementalOrganisation skillsPatienceTeam working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • UNITS 2&3 PEMBROKE HOUSE, 266-276 TORQUAY ROAD, TQ3 2EZ

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