Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

• Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
• Ref: VAC-05459
• Application Deadline Date: 24/10/2026
• Start Date: 26/10/2026
• Working Week: 9am-6pm Mon -Fri

Brief Description

RG24 9YA- A pharmacy technician is a registered healthcare professional who works under the supervision of a pharmacist to prepare, assemble, check, and supply medicines and medical services.

Qualifications Required

GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English desired but not essential as can be provided as part of the course.
For applicants without Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent qualifications, employment will be offered on condition of completing initial Maths and English tests to determine suitability for the course.

Skills Required

• A keen interest in pharmacy and healthcare.
• Previous experience in the pharmacy industry or similar.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• The willingness to learn and develop your skills and knowledge.

Training to be Provided

Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3

Future Prospects

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence.
Potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing & Checking: Assemble prescriptions, generate labels, and perform accuracy-checking on medications.
• Patient Care: Offer health and lifestyle advice, help with inhaler techniques, support medicines reconciliation, and counsel patients.
• Stock & Workflow Management: Order, receive, and replenish stock, manage dispensary workflows, and handle controlled drugs safely.
• Specialist Services: Participate in hospital aseptic (sterile) preparation, clinical trials, mental health services, or primary care medication reviews.
• Team Supervision: Supervise pharmacy support staff, coordinate training, and escal…

(Basingstoke)