Job Description

About Us

Gloucester Road Pharmacy is a small, friendly, family-run community pharmacy. Our core values are:

1. Always putting patients and customers at the heart of everything we do.

2. Every employee taking responsibility for creating a positive, safe, and supportive working environment

The Role

As a Pharmacy Dispenser, you will play a key role in delivering an efficient, friendly, and professional service to our customers. Your duties will include:

Dispensing and labelling of prescriptions Serving customers at the front counter and providing excellent customer service Receiving prescriptions and handing out dispensed items Supporting customers with minor ailments and over-the-counter product selection, in line with training and SOPs Manage inventory levels, restock shelves, and monitor expiry dates of medicines Support the pharmacy team with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and processing orders Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the pharmacy Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring compliance with safety protocols All staff are expected to work flexibly across the pharmacy to support safe and effective daily operations.

The Ideal Candidate

Proactive and reliable Excellent communication and people skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling medicines Understanding of confidentiality and professionalism in a healthcare setting Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. A strong team player who enjoys working in a small, close-knit team

Desirable

Previous experience working in a community pharmacy in the UK is required.

A recognised qualification or training in pharmacy support is advantageous but not essential

Proposed Shift Pattern:

Monday: 13:40 - 18:10 (4.5 hours)

Wednesday: 09:00 - 14:00 (5 hours)

Friday: 13:40 - 18:10 (4.5 hours)

Saturday: 09:00 - 13:30 (4.5 hours)

Alternate Thursday: 13:40 - 18:10 (4.5 hours)

Total hours:

Week without Thursday: 18.5 hours

Week with Thursday: 23 hours

*Shift times may vary slightly in line with business needs, with reasonable notice provided.

This role provides an engaging environment for those passionate about healthcare, offering opportunities for professional growth whilst supporting community health initiatives.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21-12.30 per hour

Expected hours: 18 - 23 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free flu jabs
Work Location: In person