Pharmacy Counter Assistant - School Leavers and Students Welcome
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Pharmacy Counter Assistant to join our team. In this role you'll help customers with their healthcare needs, provide advice on over-the-counter medicines, and support our dispensary team.
Full training provided - you'll be enrolled on a recognised pharmacy qualification for counter staff, taking around one year to complete this will commence after a 3 month probationary period. This is a great opportunity to start your career in healthcare.
This role is essential in supporting the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy, ensuring patients receive their medications safely, efficiently, and with excellent service.
What we're looking for / Key responsibilities
- Must arrive on time, be hardworking, we are a very busy store
- We serve customers who are often unwell, requiring our help so you need to be proactive and willing to work long hours.
- Help customers in the front shop and assist with over-the-counter queries
- Maintain the presentation, cleanliness, and organisation of the front shop
- Action pharmacist requests efficiently and accurately
- Assist in the preparation and dispensing of prescriptions under supervision
- Manage stock levels, including ordering, receiving, and checking deliveries
- Provide excellent customer service and respond to patient queries professionally
- Ensure compliance with health & safety and confidentiality standards
- Support the pharmacy team with general operational duties
- Manage multiple tasks effectively in a busy environment
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development
Requirements
- Previous pharmacy experience beneficial (Full training will be given and enrolment on NPA course after 3 months)
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Good understanding of patient care and customer service
- Excellent communication skills and fluent English
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Job Details
- Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
- Location: In person
Closing Statement
If you are passionate about patient care and want to be part of a supportive and professional pharmacy team, we would love to hear from you.
We welcome students and school leavers to apply.
We are holding an open Afternoons on Wed 26th August, from 2pm–5pm
and also on Tuesday 1st September from 2-5pm
If you are attending, you MUST bring a copy of your CV with a photograph attached. We receive a high number of applicants, so the photograph is important to help us identify candidates and ensure applications are not mixed up.
Please also take the opportunity to make your CV and application stand out and reflect you at your best.
We look forward to meeting you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Expected hours: 30 per week
Work Location: In person
