Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship – Immediate Start!Earn While You Learn | No Previous Pharmacy Experience Required | Full Training Provided
Are you looking to start an exciting career in healthcare? Would you like to gain a nationally recognised qualification while earning a salary?
Grove Park Pharmacy is a modern, independent community pharmacy with an excellent reputation for patient care. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our friendly team as a Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprentice.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a rewarding career in pharmacy. No previous pharmacy experience is required – we will provide full training, ongoing support and protected study time to help you succeed.
What You'll Gain
- Fully funded Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship
- Earn while you learn
- Protected study time during working hours
- Full support from experienced Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
- Permanent position with genuine long-term career prospects
- Opportunity to register as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) upon successful completion
- Work in a modern, supportive and friendly pharmacy environment
Apprenticeship Qualification
You will complete a nationally recognised Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship, leading to registration with the GPhC as a qualified Pharmacy Technician.
The apprenticeship combines practical workplace experience with structured learning and training, allowing you to develop the knowledge and skills required to become a registered healthcare professional.
Hours
- Permanent position
- 30–40 hours per week
- Monday to Saturday with a day off (including protected study time)
Salary
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Your Responsibilities
Working under the supervision of the Responsible Pharmacist, your duties will include:
- Dispensing and labelling prescriptions safely and accurately
- Preparing prescriptions for pharmacist accuracy checks
- Supporting pharmacists with the delivery of NHS and private pharmacy services
- Receiving prescriptions and communicating professionally with patients
- Assisting patients with routine enquiries and referring clinical queries appropriately
- Selling over-the-counter (OTC) medicines using the 2WHAM protocol
- Assisting with care home dispensing services
- Processing prescriptions using pharmacy computer systems
- Maintaining accurate patient records
- Ordering, unpacking and managing pharmaceutical stock
- Stock rotation and checking expiry dates
- Removing expired or damaged medicines
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe dispensary
- Supporting administration and business operations
- Working in accordance with pharmacy Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Reporting medication incidents where required
- Delivering outstanding customer service to patients and healthcare professionals
As your training progresses, you will gain experience across all aspects of community pharmacy and become an essential member of the pharmacy team.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is:
- Friendly, caring and professional
- Passionate about helping people
- Eager to learn and develop new skills
- Organised with excellent attention to detail
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
- Confident using computers, email and Microsoft Office
- Reliable, conscientious and committed to delivering excellent customer service
Essential Requirements
- GCSE English, Maths and Science at Grade 4 (C) or above (or equivalent)
- Right to work in the UK
- UK resident for at least 3 years (apprenticeship funding requirement)
- Able to reliably commute to the pharmacy
- Willingness to complete coursework and meet apprenticeship deadlines
- Enhanced DBS check (required before employment)
Why Join Grove Park Pharmacy?
At Grove Park Pharmacy, we invest in our people. You'll receive structured training, mentoring and the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career within a supportive team that genuinely values professional development.
Whether you're leaving school or college, changing careers or looking for your first role in healthcare, this apprenticeship provides an excellent pathway into a respected healthcare profession.
Apply today and take the first step towards becoming a qualified Level 3 Pharmacy Technician.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London SE12 0DU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
