Key Takeaways
- Hourly rate of £13.12, rising to £15.10 in selected London locations.
- Complete a Dispenser training programme (NVQ2) with full training provided.
- Support the pharmacy team in delivering healthcare services and build relationships with patients.
- Based in a UK store; remote applicants will not be considered.
- Requires current and valid UK right to work; not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship.
About the Role
As a Trainee Dispenser, you will be a key member of our pharmacy team, supporting the pharmacist and other healthcare professionals to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of pharmacy and healthcare services.
Working within the healthcare department of the store, you will complete your Dispenser training (NVQ2). You will build great relationships with patients by listening and understanding their needs. From greeting customers, dispensing prescriptions and ensuring the safe sale of medicines, to providing advice using your healthcare knowledge to support patients in making informed decisions about their health and wellness – you’ll make a difference every day.
This role is based in 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.
Working with evolving technologies within store, you will have the opportunity to work with new systems to improve patient safety and free up your time to spend more time with patients. You will be provided with regular updates and training to develop your healthcare knowledge, with career development options including the opportunity to train 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.
It Would Be Great If You Also Have
- 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. Reasonable adjustments can be provided for the application and interview process. This role requires a Pre-employment check (DBS, PVG, or Access NI) after an offer is made.