Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

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

Job summary

A leading training provider in Northampton is looking for a Pharmacy Services Assistant. The role offers the chance to engage with customers, provide prescription counter services, and assist in public health services while gaining a pharmacy qualification. Applicants should have GCSEs in Maths and English (desirable but not essential). This apprenticeship will include training and support in various pharmacy practices, making it a great opportunity for individuals interested in healthcare.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English desired but not essential.
• Willingness to complete initial Maths and English tests if needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide prescription counter services and advice.
• Assist with stock rotation and replenishment.
• Engage with customers in public health services.

Skills

Customer engagement

Stock rotation

Advice on medication

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (desired)

Job description

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-03883
• Application Deadline Date: 22/01/2026
• Start Date: 03/02/2026
• Working Week: Mon-Fri 9am=6pm

Brief Description

NN2 7HG This is an exciting role that will engage 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.

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.

Training to be Provided

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

Future Prospects

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.

• Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - [Northampton]
• Gain experience in retail
• Learn about over‑the‑counter medicines
• Assist in dispensing prescription medicines
• Order pharmaceutical stock
• Advise customers on over‑the‑counter medication
• Assist with minor ailments