Pharmacy Apprentice

Job description

The Vacancy

Job Title: Pharmacy Apprentice

Location: This role will be based at one of our Manchester Branches and will require you to travel to branches across the greater Manchester area

Salary: This role is in line with National Minimum Wage

Working Pattern: Monday- Friday. Saturdays as required, on a rota basis.

Hours: 40 with 20% off the job training

Type of Role: Temporary - This is an 18 months contract, with the opportunity to go permanent

About the Role:

As a Pharmacy Apprentice, you will gain the skills and knowledge needed to work in a community pharmacy while completing the Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship.

You will work across a variety of Peak Pharmacy branches, gaining valuable experience in different pharmacy environments while being supported by experienced colleagues and a dedicated mentor.

Your duties will include:

• Providing excellent customer service to patients and customers.
• Supporting the dispensing process under supervision.
• Operating the till and processing sales accurately.
• Assisting with prescription collection and handout procedures.
• Supporting stock management including deliveries, ordering and stock rotation.
• Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at all times.
• Maintaining patient confidentiality and data protection standards.
• Supporting the pharmacy team with day-to-day operational tasks.
• Completing apprenticeship training, coursework and off-the-job learning requirements.
• Participating in branch rotations across your allocated area.

What We're Looking For:

• A strong commitment to patient care and community values.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• A team player who is dependable, professional, and supportive of colleagues.
• Experience working within pharmacy environment (not essential)

Why Join Peak Pharmacy?

• A genuine interest in starting a career in community pharmacy.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately.
• Flexibility to work across multiple branches within an allocated area.
• Commitment to completing a Level 2 Apprenticeship program.

To Apply:

Apply via the link provided, or for more information contact us directly at recruitment@peakpharmacy.co.uk.

The Company

Peak Pharmacy has proudly served our local communities for over 40 years and as a company, we are committed to providing high-quality patient focussed healthcare.

Peak Pharmacy was founded in 1981 and is now comprised of over 130 pharmacies, from Milton Keynes to Manchester.

The Benefits

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The Benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Staff discount

Ongoing learning & development

Sick pay

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Published at

10-08-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No