Apprentice Pharmacy Support Worker | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£22,560.40 pa inclusive of HCAS (apprenticeship)
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, N18 1QX
Job type:	Apprenticeship
Posting date:	3 Sept 2026
Closing date:	4 Oct 2026

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Summary

To undertake an 18 month development programme in Pharmacy through work based learning and by participating in regular training sessions. Supervision and support will be provided during all tasks, enabling the apprentice to work within the organization to gain experience, confidence and to deliver effective and safe patient focused support, to the designated team.

Successfully completing the training programme will lead to a Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship qualification.

Pharmacy Support Worker Apprentices are appointed for a contracted period of 18 months during which time they participate in the general work of the hospital pharmaceutical service as a full team member in each section.

Learn, under the guidance, direction, control or supervision of registered pharmacists, qualified technicians and other staff to practice the skills of a pharmacy support worker.

Undertake a course of study and assessment in preparation for Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship qualification with Buttercups Training Some study will be required outside of workings hours e.g. completion of college assignments, evidence etc.

What we are looking for:

The Pharmacy team at the North Middlesex University Hospital NHS trust have an exciting opportunity to start a career path in hospital pharmacy. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and adaptable Pharmacy Support Worker Apprentice to join a friendly and supportive team in a forward thinking department; committed to delivering high quality patient care.

Successful candidates will undertake an apprenticeship to complete a Level 2 Pharmacy Assistant Services Apprenticeship provided by Buttercups. On completion of this qualification, you will be working as a qualified Pharmacy Support Worker and will be eligible to apply for a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (PTPT) post (subject to availability).

You will rotate through each area of pharmacy, including in-patient and out-patient services, procurement and stores. Full training will be given in each rotation and you will be supported by Practice Supervisors in each of the rotations.

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The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

This advert closes on Thursday 10 Sep 2026

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