Pharmacy Counter Assistant Thamesmead London SE28 0NY
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are seeking a friendly, flexible and enthusiastic Pharmacy Counter Assistant with a real passion for people to work in our pharmacy. The right candidate will have the ability to build strong relationships with customers. If you are not already a qualified counter assistant, you will need to undergo in house training which will be paid for by the company. You will also assist in our COVID-19 Vaccination Centre when required.
We are looking for 25-30 hours across the business opening hours which are Mon-Fri 8.00am-7.30pm, and Sat 8.00am-5pm. You must be flexible, currently you must be available on Saturdays.
A Pharmacy Counter Assistant's core duties will include, but will not be limited to:
- Acting as first point of contact for customers.
- Handling customer enquiries.
- Participating in the Healthy Living promotion and all essential and advanced services.
- Handling monetary transactions.
- Dealing with collections, deliveries and walk in prescriptions.
- Delivering healthcare advice and assist with sales and driving sales.
- Organize product displays, window displays and arrange all ordering and stock for the shop floor.
We are a NHS COVID-19 Vaccination Centre and there may be the potential to train as a vaccinator to administer vaccines.
In addition, we provide blood testing services so there is the potential to train in phlebotomy.
You will need to be motivated, confident, efficient, patient, trustworthy and have excellent communication and listening skills.
Language:
- Fluent English (Required)
Skills:
- Responsible.
- Able to explain clearly to members of the public.
- Be able to work on your own and as part of a team.
- Customer facing experience.
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Flexible working hours
Work Remotely
- No
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 20-25 per week
Salary: £14,820.00-£17,290.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Pharmacy: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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 Counter Assistant Thamesmead London SE28 0NY roles across First Care Pharmacy's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
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Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £14,820 - £17,290 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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