Key Takeaways
- Hourly pay of £13.12, rising to £15.10 in selected London locations.
- Complete a Dispenser training programme (NVQ2) with full training provided.
- Key role in the pharmacy team, supporting pharmacists and interacting with patients.
- Must have current and valid UK right to work; visa sponsorship is not available.
- Based in a UK store; remote applications are not considered.
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. Your responsibilities will include greeting customers, dispensing prescriptions, ensuring the safe sale of medicines, and providing advice using your healthcare knowledge to support patients in making informed decisions about their health and wellness.
This role is based in a store within the UK. Remote applicants will not be considered, and applications from candidates outside the UK will not be progressed unless relevant UK qualifications and right to work can be confirmed and evidenced.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete your training for the Pharmacy Advisor NVQ2 programme.
- Prescription dispensing, including ordering medicines, labelling, endorsing, and collection of prescriptions.
- 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 to manage their prescriptions and medicines effectively to promote adherence and reduce waste.
You will work with evolving technologies and new systems to improve patient safety and spend more time with patients. You will receive regular updates and training, with opportunities for career development, including training as a Pharmacy Technician or as part of 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 invited to an interview with the hiring manager.
Part-time and job share options may be discussed during the application process for full-time roles. Reasonable adjustments can be provided for the application and interview process upon request.
This role requires the successful candidate to complete a Pre-employment check (DBS, PVG, or Access NI Check) after receiving an offer.