Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

Skills4 Pharmacy; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pharmacy in Cambridge is offering a Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship where you will assist pharmacists, provide health advice, and manage daily operations. Candidates should have GCSEs in Maths and English. This opportunity allows you to earn while gaining valuable experience and a Level 3 qualification, enabling registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Great for those passionate about healthcare and looking to develop their skills.

Qualifications

• Must possess GCSEs in Maths and English.
• A keen interest in pharmacy and healthcare.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists with dispensing medicines.
• Provide health advice to patients.
• Manage daily operations of the pharmacy.
• Support staff training and development.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Interest in pharmacy

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

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

Job description

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-03912
• Application Deadline Date: 30/01/2026
• Start Date: 31/01/2026
• Working Week: 9 till 6 mon to fri sat sun closed

About the course

Brief Description

CB4 3HL 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 Required

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

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 - [Cambridge]

• 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.