Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

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

Job summary

A leading apprenticeship provider in Orpington is offering a Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship. The successful candidate will support pharmacists by dispensing medicines and providing health advice, while managing the day-to-day operation of the pharmacy. Candidates should have GCSEs in Maths and English, and previous pharmacy or retail experience is preferred. The apprenticeship leads to a nationally recognized qualification at Level 3, preparing you for a future in pharmacy. Competitive pay rates based on experience.

Qualifications

• Potential apprentices must have GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent.
• Previous pharmacy experience is preferred.
• Retail experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists with dispensing medicines and health advice.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the pharmacy.
• Provide training to pharmacy staff.
• Audit and evaluate services for quality assurance.

Skills

Interest in pharmacy and healthcare

Good communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work independently

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSEs at A-C or equivalent in Maths and English

Job description

Overview

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-04038
• Application Deadline Date: 05/03/2026
• Start Date: 06/03/2026
• Working Week: Tuesday-Saturday. 9am-2pm on a Saturday.

About the course

BR6 0JB 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!

Qualifications

Potential apprentices must have GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English.

Skills and Personal Qualities

• 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 - Orpington

• 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.

Previous Pharmacy experience preferred

For a qualified Dispenser rate of pay will be £12.80 for not qualified but depending on experience the rate of pay will depend on experience

Please make it clear on your CV if you are able to drive, as we are looking for somebody within 30 minutes of the pharmacy.

We require somebody with previous retail experience