Apprentice Rotational Pharmacy Assistant

Job summary

Would you like a challenging job that really makes a difference? Want to earn whilst you learn? Could you play an important part within a busy pharmacy team and help with the preparation and supply of medicines to patients? If this interests you, then please apply today!

This is a fantastic opportunity to earn whilst you learn as a Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprentice. This is a stepping stone leading towards a rewarding pharmacy career.

Prior pharmacy experience is desirable but not essential as all training will be provided on the job.

You will need to hold GCSE certificates in English & Maths. To complete the Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship you will undertake a Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills, via blended learning. Study time and off the job training will be provided at work. You must meet the following criteria to qualify for an apprenticeship: be aged 16+ at the time of enrolment be a UK or European Economic Area (EEA), or have lived in the UK or EEA for the past three consecutive years not already be in full-time education at the point of enrolment not already hold a qualification at the same level or above in the same area that you wish to study.

The course is provided via distance learning and covers the skills and knowledge regarding legal aspects and procedures within the pharmacy environment. This programme meets the GPhC minimum training requirements for dispensing assistants / pharmacy assistants.

Main duties of the job

You will develop your skills in customer services and dispensing to provide medicines to patients safely and efficiently. You will be fully supported by our dedicated educational team and advice will be given if you wish to extend your career further and use this as a step towards gaining a professional qualification as a Registered Pharmacy Technician.

Your job will involve providing the right medicines, to the right patient at the right time and maintaining stock so it is available to nursing staff 24 hours a day. Our semi-automated department uses robots, computers and use of digitally secured medicines storage cabinets. There is a significant amount of heavy lifting involved in the role. Manual handling equipment and full training will be provided in use of all systems, equipment and processes.

You will be required to provide operational services (dispensing/distribution/stores/porterage) at both Eastbourne District General Hospital and Conquest Hospital on an as required basis but will be appointed a base site at Conquest for which you'll spend most of your time.

About us

We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work.

We provide safe, compassionate and high-quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.

In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.

In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.

Employer details

Employer name

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Conquest

The Ridge

Hastings

TN37 7RD

Employer's website

http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Conquest

The Ridge

Hastings

TN37 7RD

Employer's website

http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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