Job Description

Essential Requirements

o Education: Minimum of 4 GCSEs at grades A-C/9-4, including Maths, English Language,*

and Science (or equivalent qualifications).

o Right to Work: Eligible to work in the UK and resident for at least 3 years.

o Commitment: Willing and able to complete a 2-year programme; must recognise that

withdrawal mid-course results in loss of funding.

o Study Requirements: Able to commit to approx. 600 units of study (?6 hours per week, 30

hours per month). This includes:

o 2 hours weekly live online sessions

o 4 hours weekly independent work (notes, assignments, in-pharmacy activities)

o IT Skills: Confident using IT systems, online learning platforms, and digital communication

tools.

o Learning Ability: Proven ability to learn, absorb detail, and apply knowledge to practical

situations.

Desirable Skills & Attributes

o Healthcare Interest: Genuine interest in healthcare, medicines, and patient safety.

o Patient Focus: Strong communication skills with a patient-centred approach; able to

reassure, explain clearly, and handle queries.

o Resilience: Determined, self-motivated, and able to balance work with study demands

over two years.

o Teamwork: Able to work collaboratively with pharmacists and wider pharmacy staff.

o Growth Mindset: Keen to develop into a Pharmacy Technician and Accuracy Checking

Technician role, with ambition for medium- to long-term career progression.

Additional Considerations

o Must understand the importance of confidentiality, professional standards, and regulatory

compliance (as outlined by GPhC).

o Should demonstrate reliability, good organisational skills, and the ability to manage time

effectively.

o Needs to be aware that training will involve structured

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: 7.55-12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 42 per week

Work Location: In person