Job Introduction
Buttercups Training are part of Lyceum Education Group and we are a specialist, market leading training provider within the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry. We have a track record of delivering high quality training programmes to pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and healthcare support staff with high achievement rates.
As we continue to expand, we are seeking a qualified Pharmacy Technician to join our Apprenticeship Services Department as an Apprenticeship Services Advisor. You will play a key role in supporting prospective learners and employers through the application, enrolment and onboarding processes.
Using a structured set of criteria, you will conduct skills scans and ask targeted questions to assess an individual's suitability for the chosen apprenticeship programme, applying sound professional judgement when making recommendations.
This is a learner-centric role with a consistent schedule of appointments, ideal for someone who enjoys structure and working with established processes.
Why work for Buttercups Training?
It is a great time to join Buttercups as we have enjoyed a sustained period of growth, offering a wealth of opportunities to our staff, students and clients. There are many great reasons to join the team such as:
- Employee Study Scheme – all Lyceum Group employees who have passed their probation will have the opportunity to study a wide range of online, face-to-face and blended learning courses free of charge.
- WeCare – a 24/7 support service that aims to look after your wellbeing, offering UK-based online GP, mental health counselling, a get fit programme, legal and financial guidance and much more.
- Birthday or Buttercups anniversary off – your birthday is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate all things you, we allow all staff members to take a paid day off each year to celebrate
Other key benefits include Eye Tests, Free Parking on site, additional Annual Leave, Life Assurance, Group Income Protection, Employee Assistance Programme and much more!
What you’ll be doing
- Act as a point of contact for potential learners by supporting and advising on pharmacy related matters
- Support the enrolment and onboarding of new learners onto pharmacy apprenticeship programmes
- Carry out Skills scans, advise on placements, assess eligibility based on prior qualifications and assess workplace suitability
- Advise on suitability of training plans and support with tailoring them to meet the needs of individuals and employers, whilst ensuring they meet apprenticeship requirements
- Review screening results and advise employers on suitability/additional support training, prior to or alongside, the apprenticeship programme
- Review any concerns on Fitness to Practise declarations screened by Casework Screening Teams and refer to the Fitness to Practise committee where appropriate.
- Liaise with Buttercups Teams to raise concerns to employers, where appropriate
- To undertake additional reasonable duties by supporting other departments across Buttercups when required
What we’re looking for
To be successful in this role you will need to have a proven track record in the following areas:
- Must be a registered Pharmacy Technician
- Sound knowledge of the GPhC Standards for the initial education and training of pharmacy technicians
- Ability to confidently assess suitability of potential learners and use sound professional judgment
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- An ability to influence and motivate employers and learners
- Highly organised with the ability to work through a structured task list
- An understanding of the current roles and responsibilities of pharmacy technicians and support staff across different sectors of pharmacy
- Prior experience training/mentoring others within an educational setting would be advantageous
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
Buttercups Training part of Lyceum Education Group actively promotes equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates. Buttercups Training will select candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and experience. Please note that for those posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check in addition to BPP undertaking any necessary online searches. This is deemed appropriate and necessary from a safeguarding perspective, and in line with BPP safer recruitment practices
Buttercups Training part of Lyceum Education Group reserves the right to amend or withdraw this advertisement at any time prior to the closing date, should we receive a high volume of applications or if business needs change.
