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Dispenser
Pharmacy Dispenser Role – London, UK 💲 Hourly rate: £13.92 – £16.64 (depending on location)
About the Role
As a Dispenser in one of our London stores, you’ll be a valued member of the pharmacy team, supporting the pharmacist and other healthcare professionals to deliver safe and efficient pharmacy services. Your work will centre on building meaningful relationships with patients, addressing their needs, and providing high-quality healthcare advice.
Key Focus Areas:
- Picking up and greeting customers
- Dispensing prescriptions safely and efficiently
- Managing the safe supply of medicines
- Offering products and services to enhance overall health and wellness
This role is based in-store only within the UK (remote applications cannot be considered).
Core Responsibilities
Safe Prescription Dispensing & Patient Care
- Order, label, dispense, and endorse prescriptions
- Verify medication safety and legality
- Provide patients with tailored advice on medicine management
- Refer complex queries to the pharmacist as needed
Team Collaboration & Operational Excellence
- Work alongside healthcare professionals to support pharmacy service delivery
- Adhere strictly to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Embrace evolving technologies to streamline processes
- Contribute to regular training and operational improvements
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Patient-Centred Support
- Offer guidance on medication adherence
- Reduce waste through personalised prescription management
- Promote trusted services to enhance overall patient care
Training & Career Growth
All Dispensers at Boots receive: ✅ Ongoing healthcare updates and training ✅ Opportunities to train as a Pharmacy Technician or progress into store leadership ✅ Active encouragement of professional development
Requirements
Essential:
- Completed the PJIB/Pharmacy Advisor NVQ Level 2 qualification (or equivalent)
- Must be currently working towards OR progressed 12 months into an MPharm degree
- Valid UK right to work in the UK (this role is not eligible for sponsorship)
Desirable:
- Prior experience in community pharmacy settings
Benefits Programme
Financial Rewards & Wellbeing:
- Discretionary Christmas Gift Payment
- Staff discount to help save on essentials
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave, including a gift card for new parents
Support & Work-Life Balance:
- Flexible benefits scheme (tailored to suit your needs)
- Access to free 24/7 counselling via TELUS Health Employee Assistance Programme
- Equal opportunity employer with a culture of inclusivity and workplace flexibility
Benefits beyond this summary can be found on boots.jobs/rewards. Please note all third-party salary estimates are independently provided and not an accurate reflection of Boots’ offering.
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Why Join Boots?
Every member of Boots is encouraged to go the extra mile to make a difference. We prioritise: 🌱 An evolutionary approach where innovation and outright improvements are praised 💡 A diverse and inclusive team environment ⚖️ A policy of embracing diversity, promoting a culturally safe workplace for all
Boots is recognised for its commitment to fair hiring practices, operating on the principles of Ban-the-Box. We assess candidates based on merit, fairness, and abilities.
Next Steps:
- Applications reviewed promptly
- Interviews will be arranged once a shortlist is created (we support adjustments as required)
Pre-Employment Check:
Before appointment, candidates will be required to complete a:
- DBS, PVG or Access NI Check (depending on location)
- Offer-stage verification of criminal convictions assessed on a case-by-case basis
Proceeding Applications: For successful candidates, fully remote working remains unviable within the scope of this role.
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