Job overview
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 Assistant . 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.
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 Eastbourne for which you'll spend most of your time.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person specification
Knowledge
Desirable
- Knowledge of pharmacy procedures
Experience
Essential
- Customer service experience
- Experience of working within a team
- Personal time management
Desirable
- Stock control experience
- Dispensing experience
- Health service experience
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE’s in Maths English (C/4 or above)
- Good basic education
Desirable
- GPhC recognised Level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Service Skills or equivalent
- GCSE’s in 2 science subjects
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This advert is for Rotational Pharmacy Assistant with East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust in St Leonards On Sea, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Pharmacy assistant role. The advertised salary is £25,272 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 30 Jul 2026.
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