Pharmacy Assistant
Day Lewis Plc
Sandford, ReadingView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
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Contract
Permanent
Hours
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Closing date
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Job description
Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser
Day Lewis Pharmacy, Woodley, Reading | 30 Hours Per Week
Units 1 & 2, Loddon Vale Centre, Hurricane Way, Woodley, Reading, RG5 4UX
Monday to Friday 9:00am – 4:00pm (60-minute unpaid lunch break)
30 hours per week Additional hours may become available in the future.
Join One of Our Busiest and Most Exciting Pharmacies
Day Lewis Woodley is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser to join our friendly, hardworking team.
This is a unique opportunity to work alongside our co-owner and resident Pharmacist Manager, gaining invaluable experience and insight into the fast-moving world of community pharmacy. Based in a busy 20,000-item pharmacy, no two days are the same. You'll be part of a team that is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while embracing new services and opportunities within healthcare.
Whether you're already working in pharmacy or looking to begin a long-term career in healthcare, this role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment where you'll learn, grow and develop every day.
As a Pharmacy Assistant / Dispenser, you'll play an important role in supporting the pharmacy team and ensuring patients receive safe, efficient and professional care.
- Assisting with the safe and accurate dispensing of prescriptions
- Supporting the Pharmacist Manager and wider team with daily pharmacy operations
- Providing excellent customer service at the counter and over the telephone
- Supporting NHS and private pharmacy services
- Building strong relationships with patients, GP surgeries and local healthcare professionals
- Maintaining high standards of organisation, professionalism and compliance
- Contributing positively to a busy team focused on outstanding patient care
Working within a high-volume pharmacy means you'll quickly develop valuable skills and experience across all areas of community pharmacy.
You'll also have the opportunity to work directly alongside a highly experienced co-owner Pharmacist Manager, providing a unique learning environment that can help accelerate your development and understanding of the profession.
This role is ideal for someone considering a long-term career in healthcare, pharmacy, medicine or clinical services.
Training & Career Development
At Day Lewis, we're passionate about investing in our people and developing future pharmacy professionals.
- Comprehensive Day Lewis induction programme
- Support to complete a recognised Pharmacy Assistant qualification
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Clear progression pathways within pharmacy
- Support with further qualifications and professional development
For ambitious individuals, there is the opportunity to progress towards becoming a Pharmacy Technician, with support for recognised training programmes and qualifications.
We'd love to hear from you if you are:
- Friendly, approachable and customer-focused
- Organised with excellent attention to detail
- Comfortable working in a busy and fast-paced environment
- A team player who enjoys learning new skills
- Interested in a long-term career within healthcare and pharmacy
- Able to remain calm and professional under pressure
Previous pharmacy experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided for the right candidate.
- Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Staff Discount
- 28 Days Holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- Bonus Scheme
- Company Sick Pay (after 1 year of service)
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay (after 2 years of service)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Refer-a-Friend Scheme
- Ongoing Training and Career Development
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can gain experience in a thriving pharmacy, learn from an experienced co-owner Pharmacist Manager and build a successful career in healthcare, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Day Lewis Woodley and become part of a team where your development, contribution and future career truly matter.
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First seen
26 September 2026
Last checked
26 September 2026
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