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Dispenser (Pharmacy) – Retail Location(s) within London
Job Summary
The hourly rate for this role is £13.92 – £16.64 depending on location within London.
Location: Store-based within the UK – remote applications will not be considered. Right to work in the UK must be confirmed and evidenced.
About the Opportunity
As a Dispenser in one of our stores, you’ll be a vital member of the pharmacy team, supporting the pharmacist and healthcare professionals in delivering safe and efficient healthcare services.
Your role involves:
- Building strong relationships with patients by listening, understanding needs, and providing personalised care.
- Dispensing prescriptions, ensuring safe medication supply, and advising customers on health and wellness to empower informed decisions.
- Contributing to a patient-centric environment where medication management is streamlined, adherence is encouraged, and waste is reduced.
This is a full-time role based in-store in the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Core Duties
- Prescription dispensing:
- Order, label, dispense, endorse, and collect prescriptions while maintaining rigorous safety and compliance standards.
- Pharmacy team collaboration:
- Assist healthcare professionals in managing and delivering pharmacy services.
- Patient advice & referrals:
- Provide healthcare guidance on medicines and refer complex queries to the pharmacist as needed.
- SOP adherence:
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to ensure legal and safe prescription handling.
- Innovation & compliance:
- Stay updated with new pharmacy systems and operational improvements.
- Enhanced patient support:
- Help patients manage prescriptions effectively, push for adherence, and minimise medication waste.
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Technology & Training
- Work with evolving pharmacy technologies to modernise dispensing processes and improve patient safety.
- Access regular updating, professional training, and career progression opportunities—including the chance to train as a Pharmacy Technician or lead in store management.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications
- Completed NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Pharmacy Advisory/Assisting or
- Currently enrolled on the first year of an MPharm degree (with commitment to completing the qualification later).
- Valid UK right to work—this role does not qualify for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa.
Desired Skills
- Experience in community pharmacy (a strong advantage).
Benefits
- Discretionary Christmas Payment
- Generous staff discount (10% on Boots products & services)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave—including extra pay and gift cards
- Flexible benefits scheme
- 24/7 counselling & support via TELUS Health Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Access to a broader reward programme—explore details at https://boots.jobs/rewards.
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Why Join Boots?
We look for people who care and are passionate about making a difference—empowering both patients and our workforce to grow and thrive.
- Inclusive, supportive work culture built on fairness and consideration
- Equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive environment
- Focus on continuous improvement—boosting health outcomes and operational excellence
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Application Process
- Your application will be reviewed by our team and you’ll be contacted promptly if selected for an interview.
- Flexible working options (part-time/job share) may be discussed for full-time roles.
- Support available throughout applications and beyond—we aim to accommodate reasonable adjustments where needed.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Upon offer, you’ll complete a:
- DBS Check (Disclosure and Barring Service)
- PVG Check (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) or
- AccessNI Check
Boots operates as a Ban the Box employer—we evaluate convictions on a case-by-case basis.
—Pharmacy Dispenser—Boots UK
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