Trainee Pharmacy Technician Apprentice

Build Your Career — Join McKeevers Chemists Pharmacy Technician Apprentice (Level 3) Full-Time- Newry McKeevers Chemists — Building Your Future in Pharmacy Are you ready to build a meaningful, long-term career in pharmacy while earning a wage and gaining a recognised professional qualification? At McKeevers Chemists, we invest in people who want to grow. This Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship allows you to learn on the job, gain industry qualifications, and develop real workplace skills — all while getting paid. This is more than a job — it’s a structured pathway to becoming a qualified Pharmacy Technician. ✨ About the Apprenticeship This is a two-year, full-time Pharmacy Services Level 3 apprenticeship delivered in partnership with Belfast Met. It combines structured college learning with hands-on experience in a busy pharmacy environment. You will work alongside experienced pharmacy professionals while developing the technical knowledge, confidence, and professional behaviours required to succeed in the pharmacy sector. Successful completion leads to: • A nationally recognised Level 3 qualification • Eligibility for professional registration as a Pharmacy Technician • Strong foundations for career progression within pharmacy 🎓 What You’ll Learn Throughout the programme, you will develop the practical and professional skills required to perform safely and effectively in a pharmacy setting, including: • Dispensing and pharmaceutical procedures • Patient care and pharmacy operations • Professional attitudes and workplace behaviours • Communication and teamwork • Organisation and time management • Regulatory and industry knowledge You will complete the Level 3 Pharmacy Services qualification alongside essential skills training, supported both in college and in the workplace. 💼 Work Placement Pathway This apprenticeship follows the community pharmacy pathway. Applicants must secure employment within a community pharmacy in Northern Ireland prior to starting the programme. The role includes: • A minimum of 21 hours employment per week in a community pharmacy • One day per week day-release learning at college Workplace mentoring and college support ensure you gain real-world competence alongside academic knowledge. 🌱 Workplace Experience at McKeevers Chemists At McKeevers Chemists, learning is hands-on. You will be supported by experienced colleagues who will mentor you in: • Delivering excellent patient and customer care • Maintaining professional pharmacy standards • Safe and responsible working practices • Building confidence in a fast-paced healthcare environment We focus on developing not only skills — but the professional mindset needed for long-term success. ✅ Eligibility This apprenticeship is suitable for individuals entering the pharmacy sector or progressing into a Pharmacy Technician role. Applicants must: • Be eligible to work in Northern Ireland • Secure employment within a community pharmacy • Meet programme entry requirements 🌟 Why Join McKeevers Chemists? • Learn while you earn • Gain recognised professional qualifications • Structured career development pathway • Supportive mentoring and training environment • Opportunity to grow within a trusted pharmacy team We are passionate about helping apprentices develop into confident, qualified pharmacy professionals. ​​​​​​​ McKeevers Chemists is an equal opportunities employer.