Key Takeaways
- Earn £13.12 per hour, with potential for up to £15.10 in selected London locations.
- Complete a Dispenser training programme (NVQ2) with full training provided.
- Support the pharmacy team in delivering essential healthcare services to patients.
- Must have current and valid UK right to work; this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
About the Role
As a Trainee Dispenser, you will be a key member of the pharmacy team, supporting the pharmacist and other healthcare professionals to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of pharmacy and healthcare services.
While completing your Dispenser training (NVQ2), you will build great relationships with patients by listening and understanding their needs. You will greet customers, dispense prescriptions, ensure the safe sale of medicines, and provide advice using your healthcare knowledge to support patients in making informed decisions about their health and wellness.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete your training for the Pharmacy Advisor NVQ2 programme.
- Prescription dispensing, including ordering medicines, labelling, endorsing, and collection.
- Assist in the management and delivery of pharmacy services with other healthcare professionals.
- Provide care and advice to patients about medicines, referring queries to the Pharmacist as appropriate.
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to support the safe and legal dispensing of prescriptions.
- Keep up to date with new innovations and comply with operational processes.
- Support patients with repeat prescriptions and medicine management to promote adherence and reduce waste.
Evolving technologies within the store will help develop traditional dispensing processes, improve patient safety, and allow more time for patient interaction.
You will receive regular updates and training to develop your healthcare knowledge, with career development options including training as a Pharmacy Technician or joining the store leadership team.
What You'll Need
- Desire to learn and complete the Dispenser training programme (NVQ2).
- Current and valid UK right to work. This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.
Desirable
- Experience working in community pharmacy.
Benefits
- Discretionary Christmas Gift Payment
- Generous staff discount
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card
- Flexible benefits scheme
- Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health (Employee Assistance Programme).
What's Next
Your application will be reviewed, and you will be contacted as soon as possible. If successful, you will be contacted to arrange an interview with the hiring manager.
Part-time and job share options may be discussed during the application process.
Reasonable adjustments can be provided for the application and interview process.
This role requires the successful candidate to complete a Pre-employment check (DBS, PVG, or Access NI) after receiving an offer.