Dispenser

Role Overview

Joining as a Dispenser in one of our UK-based stores, you will play an essential role within the pharmacy team, supporting pharmacists and allied health professionals to deliver safe and effective pharmacy and healthcare services.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispensing prescriptions accurately while ensuring the safe supply of medications including ordering, labeling, endorsing, and collecting prescriptions.
• Collaborating closely with healthcare colleagues in-store to help manage and provide pharmacy services.
• Offering advice and care to patients regarding their medications and directing queries to pharmacists when needed.
• Adhering strictly to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that promote the legal and safe dispensing of medicines.
• Staying informed about new innovations and complying with operational guidelines.
• Assisting patients in managing prescriptions efficiently to encourage proper medicine adherence and minimize waste.
• Engaging with evolving in-store technologies that enhance dispensing processes and patient safety.

Candidate Requirements

• Possession of the Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2 or an equivalent credential; alternatively, candidates should have completed the first year of an MPharm degree.
• Valid UK right to work, as this position does not support Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship.

Preferred Experience

• Background in community pharmacy practice is desirable.

Compensation & Benefits

• An hourly wage starting at £13.92, rising up to £16.64 in selected London locations.
• Discretionary Christmas gift payment.
• Competitive staff discounts.
• Generous enhanced leave pay for maternity, paternity, and adoption, plus accompanying gift cards.
• Participation in a flexible benefits program.
• Access to 24/7 confidential counselling and support services through the company’s employee assistance program.

Additional Details

This position is based in-store within the UK; remote applications will not be considered. Applicants outside the UK must provide valid qualifications and work rights to be considered. Role candidates will undergo pre-employment checks, including DBS, PVG, or Access NI as applicable. The employer is committed to equal opportunity employment, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. Reasonable adjustments during recruitment are available upon request. The employer practices a ban-the-box policy regarding criminal convictions, considering each application individually.