- Location: NE16 5LP
- Type: Apprenticeship
- Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
- Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
- Ref: VAC-04133
- Application Deadline Date: 20/03/2026
- Start Date: 25/03/2026
- Working Week: Monday to Friday 0900 -1230 then reopen 1330-1800 Saturday 0900 to 1230 Closed Sundays
About the course
Brief Description
NE16 5LP. This is an exciting role that will include engaging with customers and clients to provide prescription counter services, advice, housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and stock replenishment, helping to deliver a variety of public health services whilst gaining a pharmacy qualification.
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.
Personal Qualities
Patience, Non judgemental, Team working
Skills Required
Communication skills, Organisation skills
Training to be Provided
Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 (GCSE) and Functional Skills if required.
Future Prospects
This is an exciting role that will include engaging with customers and clients to provide prescription counter services, advice, housekeeping duties such as stock rotation and stock replenishment, helping to deliver a variety of public health services whilst gaining a pharmacy qualification.
Vacancy Detail
Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - [NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE]
Gain experience in retail
Learn about over-the-counter medicines
Assist in dispensing prescription medicines
Order pharmaceutical stock
Advise customers on over-the-counter medication
Assist with minor ailments