Pharmacy Dispenser Apprenticeship - Citywide Health (Water End Pharmacy)
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Company: Citywide Health
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Location: York, YO26 5RU
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Health and science
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Ref: NAS-2000019910
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Application Deadline Date: 30/03/2026
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Start Date: 31/03/2026
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Positions Available: 4
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Working Week: Apprenticeships may involve evenings and weekend working but is dependent on the pharmacy opening times. Days and shifts are to be confirmed.
Brief Description
Your apprenticeship will involve working alongside our qualified dispensing team, learning how to become a Pharmacy Dispenser. Our 18-month apprenticeship will gain a specialised certificate, which is a requirement to work in any pharmacy.
Training to be Provided
- All the training is on-site, and you do not need to attend off-site college days to complete this apprenticeship
- An e-learning portfolio plus on-site tutors will help you progress to a Level 2 Pharmacy Dispenser qualification, which is a requirement to work in any pharmacy in the UK
- Functional Skills in English and maths if required
- Pharmacy Services assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
Future Prospects
- Career progression at the end of the apprenticeship can result in promotion within Citywide Health, or opportunities with local hospital or GP practices, or training to become a practising pharmacist
- Further progression may well be available in other areas within our sector, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Vacancy Detail
- Working alongside a fully trained and diverse dispensing team, helping in the prescription process
- Liaising with doctor's surgeries and other healthcare professionals
- Completing your coursework in a timely manner
- Keep up to date with current pharmacy practice, new drugs and their uses
- Respect and maintain confidentiality of information concerning customers, colleagues, company policies and statistics in accordance with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) from 25th May 2018)
Other Information
The ideal candidate must be friendly, caring and passionate about patient welfare. Willing to learn and take on new challenges. Can work accurately under pressure and in a fast-paced environment. Ambitious with a good work ethic. Be a strong team player whilst also being able to work independently. Take on feedback and listen to directions.