Job Description

Galgate Pharmacy is based within Galgate health centre and works in partnership with Lancaster Medical Practice to deliver a high quality service to the patients of Lancaster Medical Practice and the wider community.

Job Summary:

The post holder will work within the Pharmacy team providing an efficient dispensary service for the customers of Galgate Pharmacy in accordance with its policies and procedures. The post holder will hold a minimum of a Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification.

Key Duties/Responsibilities

The accurate dispensing of prescription medications and appliances to the customers of Galgate Pharmacy, following the required protocols and procedures as directed by a licensed Pharmacist. To collect all due prescription charges and ensure the FP10 patient declaration is completed and signed by the patient. To operate efficient stock management appropriate to the needs of the Pharmacy, with the objective of ensuring appropriate levels of merchandising and minimising wastage. To ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions. Managing sales of over the counter medications. Ensure confidentiality of commercial and clinical information, which may relate to customers, staff, company policies, business information and take account of requirements of the General Data Protection Regulations, and Freedom of Information legislation. Adhere to all protocols i.e. Cold Chain Policy. To maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions, ensuring all logs are maintained as required. To ensure the accurate banking of all monies at the end of each day and reconcile any discrepancies. To work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to all Rosebank Pharmacy patients.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification - essential

English GCSE (or equivalent) Level C or equivalent - essential

Full UK driving licence - desirable

Experience:

Previous experience that demonstrates good attention to detail - essential

Previous experience of dispensing prescription medications adhering pharmacy protocols and guidelines - essential

Please be aware that in the event that we receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the post before the closing date.

Please note, we are unable to support candidates requiring a skilled worker visa for this post as the Practice is only able to support clinical posts at this time.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.39 per hour

Expected hours: 27.5 per week

Benefits:

Free flu jabs On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/01/2026