Pharmacy Dispenser
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Position Overview & Specifications
Allied Pharmacies is a chain of pharmacies based on partnerships with local pharmacists. Utilising over 50 years of combined experience within this sector we now boast a portfolio of over 45 pharmacies across the UK. We are looking for a dynamic, reliable, and pleasant team player who is customer focused with good communication and interpersonal skills . To be successful in this role you will need a desire to learn and progress in our business.
We are currently recruiting for either of the below positions to join our team based in the city centre of Gloucester:
Dispenser:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Pharmacy as a dispenser.
We're looking for a high-performing and pleasant team player with good communication and interpersonal skills, initiative, attention to detail, potential to improve, and pride in themselves and their excellent work.
You will be required to speak to patients, dispense prescriptions, recruit new patients (for the prescription collection service) and deal with all other aspects of the pharmacy.
Applicants are expected to perform the the highest level.
Experience in pharmacy is essential as is NVQ level 2 in dispensing.
Trainee Dispenser:
A fantastic career opportunity with no prior experience required which means there are plenty of opportunities to progress.
Ideally looking for a good communicator which is vital for speaking to customers, also someone organised and can multitask.
Full dispensing training with the view of becoming a qualified pharmacy dispenser, this opportunity is ideal for a candidate who would like an opportunity to progress quickly in the pharmacy field.
The course is 12 months.
Due to the high volume of applications it may not be possible to respond to each application on an individual basis.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £8.00-£12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Gloucester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Pharmacy Dispenser roles across Allied Pharmacies's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £8 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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