Trainee Pharmacy Assistant Barrow-in-furness – Part Time 68 Dalton Road LA14 1JB

Company: Cohens Chemists
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Location: Barrow in Furness
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Overview

Trainee Pharmacy Assistant – Barrow-in-furness, Job Ref: 11856

11856 – 24 hour – Trainee Pharmacy Assistant – Permanent Contract

We are looking to recruit a 24-hour Trainee Pharmacy Assistant on a permanent contract to work at our 508 branch located at 68 Dalton Road, Barrow-In Furness, LA14 1JB.

Responsibilities

  • Dispense and label prescription items accurately under guidance and supervision from the Pharmacist.
  • Assist with the ordering and management of stock levels within the dispensary and the shop.
  • Maintain high standards of customer service and work as part of a well-established team to ensure customers receive a high standard of service.
  • Contribute to your ongoing training and development to progress within the business.

The proposed shift pattern is as follows:

  • Monday 09:00-17:30 (30 mins unpaid lunch break)
  • Tuesday 09:00-17:30 (30 mins unpaid lunch break)
  • Friday 09:00-17:30 (30 mins unpaid lunch break)

During in-branch training, you will gain knowledge and skills to progress towards the Counter Course and NVQ Level 2 in Dispensing.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Experience in customer service is advantageous.
  • Willingness to undertake relevant training courses to progress (Counter Course and NVQ Level 2 in Dispensing).
  • Great attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Strong people skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits

  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • 4 weeks’ paid holiday, plus statutory holidays (pro-rata for part-time employees)
  • EAP provided by BUPA
  • Pension contributions
  • Regulatory training where required
  • Free uniform

If you think this role is right for you, please apply. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply.

Please note the Cohens Group reserves the right to cease any advertising prior to the published closing date for a role that receives a high number of applications.

Cohens Chemist is part of the Cohens Group and a well-loved brand name in community pharmacy. The Company was established in 1980 and is now one of Britain’s leading pharmacy chains with branches throughout the UK.

Cohens Chemist is a trading name of Gorgemead Limited, registered in England & Wales No. 1425062.

Our Online Pharmacy is registered with the GPhC (Reg. 1103343)

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Posted: July 21st, 2026