Job Description

Pharmacy Assistant - Dorset / Somerset

Join our Day Lewis Relief Team

Hrs of work 40

Day Lewis are seeing a full time Relief Pharmacy Dispenser. If successful, this role will support your development and future career in Medicine and Clinical Care.



We are a fast paced, innovative Pharmacy business continuously looking to develop and engage with the future of the Pharmacy World and a career as a Pharmacy Asisstant is an excellent stepping stone into the fast paced world of pharmacy.


Please research the role of Pharmacy Assistant on the NHS Health careers for more information on the wonderful career opportunities this career path can offer.

The first stage of this career path at Pharmacy Assistant level is settling into our team and completing the Day Lewis Induction training. Then depending on previous pharmacy experience you may need to complete a pharmacy assistant course which can take between 3-6 months.


Our vision is to develop the next generation of Pharmacy Technicians (we support with course/training and course reimbursement).

The National Pharmaceutical Association's new

BTEC Level 3 Diploma - Principles and practices for Pharmacy Technicians

- is an integrated course tailored to suit the needs of the learner and the pharmacy at a time when the responsibility and professional recognition of pharmacy technicians is growing.


Reporting directly to the Pharmacist Manager, your support at Pharmacy Assistant level is vital to the team in the provision of advanced and enhanced services.


Assist the Pharmacist in developing the pharmacy business by ensuring the dispensary delivers a superb level of customer service and operates effectively with regards to company policies and procedures. Assist at the front counter and be a great welcome and support to patients. You will be an integral part of a small, hard-working, and compact team. Developing relationships with patients and healthcare organisations to ensure that we deliver the most effective and patient-friendly customer service. Teamwork is a vital element of this family-owned chain, which seeks to reward, recognise and empower hard workers.

We offer a great range of benefits:


Pension Employee Assistance Programme Company Discount 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of public and bank holidays Bonus Scheme Company Sick Pay (After 1 Year of Service) Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave (After 2 Years' Service) Cycle To Work Scheme Refer A Friend Scheme

Apply today to make Day Lewis your next company to join! You won't regret taking this next step in your Pharmacy Career as a Pharmacy Assistant with us.