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Pharmacy Dispensary Assistant

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
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Location
Salary
£26,240 - £27,928 per annum incl HCAS
Profession
Pharmacy assistant
Grade
Band 3
Deadline
12 Feb 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
04 Feb 2026

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our busy and forward-thinking pharmacy team as a Pharmacy Dispensary Assistant.

This role is key to supporting the safe, efficient and effective operation of our dispensary, helping us deliver excellent care to our patients.

We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable, and able to work well under pressure.

You will act as a positive role model, supporting and supervising other dispensary assistants, contributing to the smooth running of the service, and demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism.

Main duties of the job

Working closely with the Lead Pharmacy Technician, you will:

  • Supervise, support and train dispensary assistants in all aspects of the dispensary service
  • Contribute to reviewing and updating procedures to enhance service quality.
  • Assist in managing absence and performance issues within the team.
  • Ensure accurate receipt, storage, labelling and dispensing of medication.
  • Delegate appropriate tasks to maintain safe daily operations.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Before applying, please review the Job Description & Person Specifications.

What we're are looking for:

  • Previous experience in labelling and dispensing medication.
  • Confidence with IT systems and accurate data entry.
  • Ability to manage a busy workload and work to tight deadlines.
  • Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • A supportive approach to colleagues, with interest in training and supervision.

Please note: This post does not offer sponsorship.

If you have any questions, please contact: Harjit Bansal – [email protected]