Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship

Level: 2


Employer: PHARMACY PLUS LIMITED


Location: 215 BURNAGE LANE

M19 1FN We are looking for a friendly, reliable and motivated Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice to join a busy community pharmacy team. This is a great opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands‑on experience in a healthcare environment while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Expected start date: 08/07/2026

Hours per week: 40 hours

Wage: (Annually)

Job role includes

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship- Manchester.

About the role

As a Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice, you will support the day‑to‑day running of the pharmacy, helping customers and working closely with the pharmacy team to ensure safe and efficient service.
You will complete a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship alongside your role, with full training and support provided.

Key duties include:

  • Supporting customers at the medicines counter and responding to queries
  • Assisting with the preparation and supply of prescriptions (under supervision)
  • Handling stock, deliveries and maintaining accurate records
  • Using pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and sales
  • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, health & safety and confidentiality
  • Working as part of a team to ensure excellent customer service

What we’re looking for:

  • Somebody based within 25 minutes of the pharmacy (please make it clear on your CV if you are able to drive)
  • A genuine interest in healthcare and working with people
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Good attention to detail and willingness to learn
  • Ability to work well in a fast‑paced environment
  • Reliable, punctual and professional
  • Basic IT skills

No previous pharmacy experience is required full training is provided.

Apprenticeship details:

Qualification: Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship
Duration: Typically 15 months

Training delivered alongside your job through blended learning
Apprentices must be able to commit to contracted working hours and guided learning hours.

Why apply?

  • Earn while you learn in a respected healthcare role
  • Gain a nationally recognised qualification
  • Develop transferable skills and long‑term career opportunities in pharmacy


Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found.

Somebody based within 25 minutes of the pharmacy (please make it clear on your CV if you are able to drive).

Please make sure that you include a CV and fill out our application form in full.

Pay: £8ph.

About employer

Our reputation is built on our commitment to prompt professional, personal service and attention to detail, which is reflected in the services we offer and the time we take to get to know our clientele and how to best service their needs.

  • weighting: Essential
  • qualificationType: GCSE or equivalent
  • subject: Maths and English
  • grade: 4

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

    Further progression may well be available in other areas within our sector, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

  • Communication skills
  • Non judgemental
  • Organisation skills
  • Patience
  • Team working

Vacancy title

Vacancy description

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Duration: 18 months

Expected start date: 28/3/2022

Hours per week: 37.5 hours

Wage: 146.25 (weekly)

Job role includes

  • Explore what an apprenticeship is and how they work.
  • Understand what it means to be an apprentice.
  • Discover different apprenticeship types, get application hints and tips, and apply for vacancies.

About employer

Employer description

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills