Pharmacy Dispenser Apprenticeship - Citywide Health (Fulford Pharmacy)
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Company: Citywide Health
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Location: York, YO10 4PN
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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-2000029779
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Application Deadline Date: 01/06/2026
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Start Date: 02/06/2026
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Positions Available: 4
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Working Week: We have 7 pharmacies situated around York all operating at differing hours. Apprenticeships may involve evening and weekend working, but this is dependent on the pharmacy's opening times. Days and shifts are to be confirmed.
Brief Description
Start your career in healthcare with York’s leading independent pharmacy. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a recognised qualification whilst developing practical skills in a busy, modern community pharmacy, working alongside experienced pharmacists & dispensers to support patients with medication & healthcare advice
Training to be Provided
Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
- 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 Services Assistant standard, which is a requirement to work in any pharmacy in the UK
- Functional skills, maths and English, if required
Future Prospects
This apprenticeship can lead to:
- Permanent Pharmacy Assistant roles
- Dispenser training
- Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship
- Specialist healthcare service role
- Citywide Health actively supports career development and progression within the business
Vacancy Detail
During your apprenticeship, you will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of community pharmacy, including:
- Supporting the dispensing of prescriptions
- Preparing and labelling medication
- Assisting patients at the pharmacy counter
- Ordering, receiving and managing stock
- Using pharmacy computer systems
- Supporting NHS and private healthcare services
- Learning about medicines and patient care
- Working safely and accurately within pharmacy procedures
- You’ll become an important part of a friendly and supportive healthcare team
Other Information
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Friendly and approachable
- Reliable and well organised
- Keen to learn new skills
- Interested in healthcare and helping people