Overview
The hourly rate for this role is £12.60 and up to £14.13 across selected locations within London. The hourly rate will increase after 6 months in role. No previous experience is required, and full training will be provided.
This opportunity is a Trainee Dispenser role based in store within the UK. Remote applicants will not be considered and applications from candidates outside the UK will not be progressed unless relevant UK qualifications and right to work can be confirmed and evidenced.
What you’ll do
* Complete your training for the Pharmacy Advisor NVQ2 programme
* Dispense prescriptions while ensuring the safe supply of medicines (e.g., ordering medicines, labeling, dispensing, endorsing and collection of prescriptions)
* Work with other healthcare professionals in the store to assist in the management and delivery of pharmacy services
* Provide care and advice to patients about medicines and refer queries to the Pharmacist as appropriate
* Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to support the safe and legal dispensing of prescriptions
* Keep up to date with new innovations in store and comply with operational processes
* Support patients to manage their prescriptions their way with reliable repeats and manage their medicines effectively to promote adherence and reduce waste
As you evolve, you will have opportunities to work with new systems to improve patient safety and free time to spend with patients. Regular updates and training will develop your healthcare knowledge, with career development options including potential training as a Pharmacy Technician or as part of the store leadership team.
What you’ll need
* Desire to learn and complete the Dispenser training programme (NVQ2)
* Current and valid UK right to work. This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.
It would be great if you also have experience working in community pharmacy.
Benefits
* Discretionary Christmas Gift Payment
* Generous staff discount
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
* Flexible benefits scheme
* Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme
We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above and offer flexibility to suit you. Find out more at Boots jobs rewards. Salary estimates on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.
Why Boots
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be inclusive and to change for the better with you.
What’s next
Your application will be reviewed by our team, and we will contact you as soon as we can. If successful, we will arrange an interview with the hiring manager. We are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. We provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best. This role requires the successful candidate to complete a pre-employment check after an offer. Depending on location you may be asked to submit a DBS, PVG, or Access NI check.
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