# Dispenser/Dispensary Assistant > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Primary Care Careers. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/dispenserdispensary-assistant/859b1391-237d-48ad-a157-23dbb50fcc3b - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/dispenserdispensary-assistant/859b1391-237d-48ad-a157-23dbb50fcc3b.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Primary Care Careers - **Town:** Bury St Edmunds - **Region:** East of England - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Salary:** Depends on experience - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Part-time - **Closing date:** 2026-06-30T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-16T19:02:28.797Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/M0038-26-0597?employerCode=M0038 - **Application URL:** https://vacancies.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/vacancies/29736/dispenser-dispensary-assistant.html ## Job Content ### Job summary Ardleigh Surgery is looking to welcome a qualified dispenser or dispensary assistant into our busy practice, who will play a full and active role as part of the practice multi-disciplinary team. This role is offered on a part-time basis, for 22.5 hours per week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, plus cover for annual leave and sickness. The standard hours will be as follows: Monday: 10am 6pm Tuesday: 9am 1pm Thursday: 8am 1pm Friday:8am 6.30pm. ### Main duties of the job - Process all relevant prescriptions and repeat prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing nurses where appropriate, in accordance with the good practice principles of the Dispensing Services Quality Scheme; - Ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, or about the dose or labelling instructions, to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor; - Collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient; - Process Dossett boxes; - Manage ordering stock and stock control; - Answer and deal with dispensary phone enquiries; - Sort and dispose of unwanted/returned medication; - Any other duties to assist in the smooth day to day running of the dispensary and surgery as directed by the either the dispensary manager or practice manager. ### About us Ardleigh Surgery is a well-established and highly regarded GP practice, serving a patient population of approximately 7,500 across North Essex. Situated on the edge of the picturesque Constable Country, the practice offers the benefits of rural community healthcare while remaining within easy reach of Colchester and surrounding areas.We are committed to delivering safe, effective and patient-centred care, supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team of GPs, nurses, healthcare professionals and administrative staff. As a training practice, we actively support the development of future healthcare professionals and foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.Ardleigh Surgery has a long-standing reputation for providing high-quality primary care and maintaining strong relationships with our patients and local community. We pride ourselves on being a supportive, friendly and forward-thinking workplace where staff are valued and encouraged to develop their skills and careers. ### Details - Date posted: 16 June 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: Depending on experience - depending on experience - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Part-time - Reference number: 29736-1 - Job locations: Dedham Road,, Ardleigh, Essex, CO7 7LD, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification. ## Job Details Ardleigh Surgery is looking to welcome a qualified dispenser or dispensary assistant into our busy practice, who will play a full and active role as part of the practice multi-disciplinary team. This role is offered on a part-time basis, for 22.5 hours per week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, plus cover for annual leave and sickness. The standard hours will be as follows: Monday: 10am 6pm Tuesday: 9am 1pm Thursday: 8am 1pm Friday:8am 6.30pm. ## Job Description Process all relevant prescriptions and repeat prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing nurses where appropriate, in accordance with the good practice principles of the Dispensing Services Quality Scheme; Ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, or about the dose or labelling instructions, to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor; Collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient; Process Dossett boxes; Manage ordering stock and stock control; Answer and deal with dispensary phone enquiries; Sort and dispose of unwanted/returned medication; Any other duties to assist in the smooth day to day running of the dispensary and surgery as directed by the either the dispensary manager or practice manager. ## Responsibilities If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Excellent clinical and medication knowledge; - Understanding and experience of working as a dispenser in GP practice setting; - The commitment to continue to learn new clinical skills and develop your career; - The confidence to work as part of a busy GP multi-disciplinary practice team and using your own initiative in decision making; - The ability to be adaptable and flexible in your approach; - Excellent patient facing inter-personal communication skills. ### Qualifications **Essential** - Diploma Level 2/3 Dispensary or equivalent Pharmacy Services qualification; Training would be considered for the right candidate ## Documents - [Dispenser JD (PDF, 259 KB)](document:2960373) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.