Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

skills4group; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apprenticeship provider in Wolverhampton offers a Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship. This full-time position provides aspiring pharmacy professionals with essential training and experience. Candidates will support daily pharmacy operations, manage medications, and offer health advice to patients. Ideal applicants are keen to learn and possess good communication skills. The role leads to a nationally recognized qualification at Level 3, which qualifies candidates to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English desired; can be provided as part of the course.
• Previous pharmacy experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage, order, and supply medicines safely and effectively.
• Provide health advice to patients and refer to healthcare professionals.
• Support day-to-day pharmacy operations.
• Train pharmacy staff and maintain quality services.

Skills

Good communication skills

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Interest in pharmacy and healthcare

Education

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English

Job description

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-04081
• Application Deadline Date: 08/03/2026
• Start Date: 16/03/2026
• Working Week: Full Time

About the course

Brief Description

Are you interested in a rewarding career in pharmacy? Do you want to work as a registered professional who assists pharmacists with various tasks, such as dispensing medicines, providing health advice, and managing the day-to-day operation of the pharmacy? If so, then this apprenticeship is for you! WV10 9QF

Qualifications Required

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English desired but not essential as can be provided as part of the course. For applicants without Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent qualifications, employment will be offered on condition of completing initial Maths and English tests to determine suitability for the course.

Personal Qualities

Skills Required

A keen interest in pharmacy and healthcare.

• Previous experience in the pharmacy industry or similar.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• The willingness to learn and develop your skills and knowledge.

Training to be Provided

Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3

Future Prospects

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence. Potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship. Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.

Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship - [Wolverhampton]

• Achieve the best possible outcome through a person’s medicines by managing, ordering, receiving, maintaining and supplying medicines and other pharmaceutical products safely, legally and effectively, whilst meeting the regulatory standards.
• Provide person-centred health advice to all patients, whether on prescription or over the counter, and refer them to other healthcare professionals when appropriate.
• Support the management of the day-to-day operation of the pharmacy, such as clinical governance, business operation and processes, and supervise other pharmacy staff.
• Provide training to pharmacy and the wider healthcare teams, such as for new members of staff.
• Maintain a quality service through auditing and evaluating the service and processes, and respond to feedback.
• You will also gain a nationally recognised qualification at Level 3, equivalent to A level, which will enable you to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician.