Summary
An opportunity has arisen with Curapharm Chemist. The successful candidate will be working in the pharmacy close to their home, attending college and improving knowledge in medicines. The role will involve taking in and handing out prescriptions as well as receiving and ordering stock.
Wage
£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Training course
Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)
Hours
Shifts to be confirmed, with four days based in the pharmacy and one paid day at college.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Start date
Friday 30 May 2025
Duration
1 year
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
Duties will include (but will not be limited to):
* Taking in and handing out prescriptions
* Receiving and ordering stock
* Selling over the counter medicines
* Advising patients about medications
Where you’ll work
154 GREENFORD ROAD
HARROW
HA1 3QS
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
INSPIRE MIDDLESEX COLLEGE LTD
Your training course
Pharmacy services assistant (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
* receive and log prescriptions
* assemble prescribed items, undertake an in-process accuracy check and issue prescribed items
* work according to legislative requirements, and organisational policies
* order, receive, maintain and issue pharmaceutical stock
* provide appropriate advice when authorised on supplied medicines and products, their storage and disposal
* work within the parameters of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of the pharmacy
* act in accordance with systems and organisational governance
* recognise and act within the pharmacy regulatory, legal and ethical standards
* support the team in the development of others
* maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal
* communicate effectively with the public, carers and other health and social care professionals using a range of techniques to determine their needs, and keep information confidential
* handle information (record, report and store information) related to individuals and/or patients in line with local and national policies
* use pharmacy IT systems and other IT resources according to legislative requirements and organisational policies
* demonstrate person centred care and support within a pharmacy setting
* make pharmacy patients and patient safety your first concern
* use judgement and refer service user as appropriate to another member of the team, GP, healthcare worker, manufacturer etc
* maintain the interests of patients and the health of the public
* promote and advocate equality, diversity and inclusion
* promote healthy lifestyles to customers
* work safely within the parameters of your role using Standard Operating Procedures
* apply policies which relate to health and safety at work
* act appropriately in situations to prevent harm to yourself and others
Your training plan
* Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
* The successful candidate will be working in the community pharmacy close to their home and attending college one day a week
* Functional Skills in maths and English if required
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* English and Maths (grade 3 and Above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Customer care skills
* Team working
* Patience