Job Description
Pay
£12.21 - £12.30 an hour
Job type
Fixed term contract
Apprenticeship
Part-time
+ show more
Location
Bristol BS7 8AA
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Employee mentoring programme
Employee discount
Company pension
Free flu jabs
Full job description
About Us
Gloucester Road Pharmacy is a small, family-run community pharmacy. Our core values are:
1. Always putting patients and customers at the heart of everything we do.
2. Every employee taking responsibility for creating a positive, safe, and supportive working environment
The Role
As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering an efficient, friendly, and professional service to our customers. Your duties will include:
Serving customers at the front counter and providing excellent customer service
Receiving prescriptions and handing out dispensed items
Supporting customers with minor ailments and over-the-counter product selection, in line with training and SOPs
Manage inventory levels, restock shelves, and monitor expiry dates of medicines
Assisting with the dispensing and labelling of prescriptions when required
Support the pharmacy team with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and processing orders
Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the pharmacy
Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring compliance with safety protocols
All staff are expected to work flexibly across the pharmacy to support safe and effective daily operations.
The Ideal Candidate
Proactive and reliable
Excellent communication and people skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling medicines
Understanding of confidentiality and professionalism in a healthcare setting
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
A strong team player who enjoys working in a small, close-knit team
Desirable
Previous experience working in a community pharmacy
A recognised qualification or training in pharmacy support is advantageous but not essential
Proposed Shift Pattern:
Monday: 13:40 – 18:10 (4.5 hours)
Wednesday: 09:00 – 14:00 (5 hours)
Friday: 13:40 – 18:10 (4.5 hours)
Saturday: 09:00 – 13:30 (4.5 hours)
Alternate Thursday: 13:40 – 18:10 (4.5 hours)
Total hours:
Week without Thursday: 18.5 hours
Week with Thursday: 23 hours
Shift times may vary slightly in line with business needs, with reasonable notice provided.
This role provides an engaging environment for those passionate about healthcare, offering opportunities for professional growth whilst supporting community health initiatives.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship, Graduate
Pay: £12.21-£12.30 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 23 per week
Benefits:
Company pension
Employee discount
Employee mentoring programme
Free flu jabs
Work Location: In person
£12.21 - £12.30 an hour
Job type
Fixed term contract
Apprenticeship
Part-time
+ show more
Location
Bristol BS7 8AA
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Employee mentoring programme
Employee discount
Company pension
Free flu jabs
Full job description
About Us
Gloucester Road Pharmacy is a small, family-run community pharmacy. Our core values are:
1. Always putting patients and customers at the heart of everything we do.
2. Every employee taking responsibility for creating a positive, safe, and supportive working environment
The Role
As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering an efficient, friendly, and professional service to our customers. Your duties will include:
Serving customers at the front counter and providing excellent customer service
Receiving prescriptions and handing out dispensed items
Supporting customers with minor ailments and over-the-counter product selection, in line with training and SOPs
Manage inventory levels, restock shelves, and monitor expiry dates of medicines
Assisting with the dispensing and labelling of prescriptions when required
Support the pharmacy team with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and processing orders
Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the pharmacy
Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring compliance with safety protocols
All staff are expected to work flexibly across the pharmacy to support safe and effective daily operations.
The Ideal Candidate
Proactive and reliable
Excellent communication and people skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling medicines
Understanding of confidentiality and professionalism in a healthcare setting
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
A strong team player who enjoys working in a small, close-knit team
Desirable
Previous experience working in a community pharmacy
A recognised qualification or training in pharmacy support is advantageous but not essential
Proposed Shift Pattern:
Monday: 13:40 – 18:10 (4.5 hours)
Wednesday: 09:00 – 14:00 (5 hours)
Friday: 13:40 – 18:10 (4.5 hours)
Saturday: 09:00 – 13:30 (4.5 hours)
Alternate Thursday: 13:40 – 18:10 (4.5 hours)
Total hours:
Week without Thursday: 18.5 hours
Week with Thursday: 23 hours
Shift times may vary slightly in line with business needs, with reasonable notice provided.
This role provides an engaging environment for those passionate about healthcare, offering opportunities for professional growth whilst supporting community health initiatives.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship, Graduate
Pay: £12.21-£12.30 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 23 per week
Benefits:
Company pension
Employee discount
Employee mentoring programme
Free flu jabs
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Pharmacy Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs sector. This role in Bristol offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs is a plus.
