Tesco
Pharmacy Dispenser - Chorley Extra
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Pharmacy Dispenser - Chorley Extra
Tesco Pharmacy Dispenser – Job Description
About the Role
Customers are at the centre of everything we do. Working in our stores means variety, teamwork, and plenty of daily challenges. You’ll meet great people, learn new skills, and be part of an inclusive team. Whether you want stability, flexibility, or a chance to grow your career, this role could be a great fit.
Pay: Starts at £13.70 per hour, rising to £14.97 in stores within the M25. Some locations may offer additional payments. We guarantee a minimum of 16 hours per week, though roles from 12 hours may also be available.
Availability Window
- Monday: 10:00 – 18:30
- Tuesday: 12:30 – 21:00
- Wednesday: 13:00 – 21:00
- Thursday: 09:00 – 18:00
- Friday: 13:30 – 21:00
Shift times will be scheduled within these windows, with at least 3 weeks’ notice given. Even if your availability is close to what we’re seeking, applying is still encouraged.
Your Responsibilities
- Supporting the daily operation of a modern Tesco Pharmacy as part of a collaborative team.
- Accurately dispensing prescription medicines while maintaining high standards of attention to detail and customer care.
- Providing friendly, confident advice to customers on medicines, common ailments, and pharmacy services.
- Understanding customer needs and recommending suitable products responsibly.
- Handling competence-based customer queries and escalating when required.
- Ensuring high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures.
- Adhering to accurate prescription administration requirements on time.
- Supporting promotional activities and company initiatives.
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Requirements
- Experience or qualifications from working in a pharmacy environment.
- A desire to train and develop in the pharmacy field.
- A passion for delivering great service, greeting every customer with enthusiasm, and serving them with pride.
- The ability to build rapport quickly, ensuring customers leave confident, supported, and reassured.
- Strong initiative to make the right decisions for customers—whether assisting with over-the-counter guidance, managing prescription queries, or referring to the pharmacist for expert advice.
- A positive, team-focused approach, including communication, collaboration with colleagues, and celebrating successes together.
What’s in It for You?
- Holiday allowance: Starts at 20 days (plus Bank Holidays), rising to 22 days after 12 months.
- Flexible working available from day one.
- Discount as a colleague:
- 10% off with your Colleague Clubcard.
- 15% on payday weekends, plus an additional family card.
- Free wellbeing services for mind, body, and life support.
- Life cover worth five times your pay, plus an award-winning pension with matching contributions up to 7.5%.
- A range of benefit options including discounts, shares, and cycle-to-work schemes.
- Uniform provided, plus policies supporting life’s key moments.
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About Us
At Tesco, our vision is to be every customer’s favourite way to shop. Our purpose is to serve customers, communities and the planet a little better every day—through responsible and sustainable practices.
We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, valuing everyone’s unique perspective. "Everyone’s Welcome" is at the heart of our culture.
Flexible working arrangements are always open for discussion—talk to us during your application about how we can best support you.
Additionally, we are Disability Confident Leader accredited, ensuring a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. More info available here.
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