Pharmacy Technician Opportunity with Boots in Kelso
Pharmacy Name: Boots
Contact Name: Kaley Lawson
Contact Email: kaley.lawson@boots.co.uk
Health Board: Borders
Closing Date: 31st March 2026
This is a great opportunity to join a well-supported, community focused pharmacy with a strong team. The town has one GP surgery, and we have a very good working relationship with them. A stable, friendly pharmacy with great support and plenty of opportunity to make an impact.
For some more information please contact kaley.lawson@boots.co.uk
What You’ll Be Doing
Our Pharmacy Technicians make a real difference by delivering outstanding patient‑centred services to the communities we serve — from triaging patients to inspiring and supporting the wider healthcare team, and providing expert technical advice on the supply of medicines.
Key Responsibilities
Providing expert, tailored advice to patients about available medicines, products, or Macmillan Cancer Support
Delivering various services depending on the needs of the store
Building strong relationships with the pharmacy team; coaching and inspiring colleagues to deliver the highest standard of care
Assisting with the triage of patients and distributing prescription handouts
Taking ownership for legal, safe, and ethical decision‑making within the pharmacy
Managing operational tasks including stock replenishment, workload management, order fulfilment, and handling controlled drugs while ensuring patient safety
What You’ll Need to Have (Must‑Haves)
Registered with the relevant pharmacy regulator (GPhC, PSNI, PSI)
A genuine enthusiasm for coaching and leading a dispensary team
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Motivation to improve outcomes for teams, customers, and patients
A strong desire to deliver services and outstanding patient care
Confidence using pharmacy systems and technology
It Would Be Great If You Also Have
Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician with checking capability — however, this is not essential as full training will be provided.
Where Your Brilliance Can Take You
There are endless possibilities at Boots. As a Pharmacy Technician, you will have opportunities to develop your skills, progress your career, explore store leadership, or move into specialist roles within the Support Office. Wherever you want to go, Boots will help you get there.
Rewards Designed for You
Boots Retirement Savings Plan
Discretionary annual bonus
Generous employee discounts
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay, plus a gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
Flexible benefits scheme including the option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and more
Free, 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support through TELUS Health (Employee Assistance Programme)
CPD days and protected learning time
GPhC / PSNI / PSI fees reimbursed
There’s lots more available through MyBoosts, Boots’ benefits and discounts platform. Exclusions may apply; eligible roles only. Please note that salary estimates on third‑party sites are not endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.
A Bit About Us
At Boots, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, creating a place where everyone feels welcome, supported and free to be themselves. When our people feel valued and included, they thrive — helping them make a real difference for customers and colleagues every day.
What’s Next?
If you apply, our team will be in touch to confirm the outcome or arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full‑time, part‑time and job‑share options may be discussed.
This role requires a pre‑employment check following an offer, which may include a DBS, PVG or Access NI check, depending on location. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and considers applications with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.
Be brilliant with Boots.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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The pharmacy is located on The Square in Kelso, within NHS Borders.
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You will join a well‑supported pharmacy team with strong relationships with the local GP surgery.
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Checking experience is beneficial but not essential, as training will be provided.
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Yes, Boots offers a wide range of development and progression opportunities, including store leadership and support office roles.
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Benefits include a pension scheme, staff discounts, wellbeing support, flexible benefits, reimbursement of professional fees, and CPD support.
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