Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

Skills4 Pharmacy; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pharmacy organization is offering a Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship in East Grinstead. Candidates will assist registered pharmacists with tasks such as dispensing medicines and providing health advice. The role requires a keen interest in pharmacy, good communication skills, and the willingness to learn. Successful completion of the apprenticeship leads to a Level 3 qualification, providing excellent career prospects in the healthcare field.

Benefits

Earn while you learn

Gain valuable work experience

Potential for full-time employment

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English desired but can be obtained during the apprenticeship.
• Experience in the pharmacy industry or similar is preferred.
• Good communication and customer service required.

Responsibilities

• Manage, order, receive, maintain, and supply medicines safely.
• Provide health advice and refer to healthcare professionals when needed.
• Support daily operations and supervise pharmacy staff.

Skills

Interest in pharmacy and healthcare

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Teamwork and independence

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (desired)

Level 2 Maths and English tests (if needed)

Job description

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-03903
• Application Deadline Date: 04/02/2026
• Start Date: 16/02/2026
• Working Week: Shift pattern is rota basis between Mon-sat 8.30am to 7pm. Sat 4pm finish. 30 hours between these hours.

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!

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 - [EAST GRINSTEAD]

• 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.
• 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.