Relief Pharmacy Assistant

December 10, 2025

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Relief Dispenser - Day Lewis Pharmacies (Multiple Locations) Position: Relief Dispenser Contract Type: Full-time - 40 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, 8 hours per day with a 30 or 60-minute unpaid lunch break Typical Hours: Predominantly 9am-6pm, though start/finish times may vary depending on each pharmacy’s opening hours Locations: Covering the following Day Lewis branches: <ul><li>Lower Earley (RG6) </li><li>Woodley (RG5) </li><li>Sonning Common (RG4) </li><li>Twyford (RG10) </li><li>Sunninghill (SL5) </li><li>Holyport (SL6) </li><li>Camberley (GU15) </li><li>Hawley (GU17) </li><li>Cove (GU14) </li><li>Finchampstead (RG40) </li><li>Spencers Wood (RG7) </li><li>Didcot (OX11) </li></ul>What You’ll Do <ul><li>Accurately dispense prescription medications to patients under pharmacist supervision. </li><li>Support daily pharmacy operations, including customer service, stock control, and till duties. </li><li>Provide cover across multiple branches, ensuring consistent service and patient care. </li><li>Work closely with different teams, building skills and adapting to varying workflows. </li></ul>What You’ll Need <ul><li>Previous experience as a Pharmacy Dispenser (NVQ2 or equivalent preferred). </li><li>Own a vehicle and be willing to obtain business insurance. </li><li>Ability to upload valid VAT fuel receipts to receive mileage reimbursement (45p per mile). </li><li>A flexible, positive attitude and strong communication skills. </li><li>Accuracy, reliability, and commitment to excellent patient service. </li></ul>What We Offer <ul><li>Stable full-time hours, Monday-Friday, with no weekend working. </li><li>Mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile with VAT fuel receipts. </li><li>Exposure to a wide range of branches, teams, and work environments. </li><li>Training and development, including vaccination courses. </li><li>Clear progression opportunities to become an Accuracy Checking Dispenser and later a Pharmacy Technician. </li><li>A friendly and supportive working culture focused on growth and patient care. </li></ul>Why Join Day Lewis? Day Lewis is a family-owned business with a strong focus on development, teamwork, and outstanding patient service. As a Relief Dispenser, you’ll have the chance to build your skills across 13 branches while enjoying the security of full-time hours and structured career progression. We offer a great range of benefits: <ul><li>Pension</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme </li><li>Company Discount</li><li>28 Days Holiday inclusive of public and bank holidays </li><li>Bonus Scheme </li><li>Company Sick Pay (After 1 Year Service)</li><li>Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave (After 2 Years Service)</li><li>Cycle To Work Scheme</li><li>Refer A Friend Scheme </li></ul>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.

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