Dis-Chem Pharmacist Assistant Learnership 2025
Closing Date: 31 May 2025
Location: Montana, Pretoria, Gauteng
Job Type: Fixed-Term Learnership (12 months)
Provider: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Stipend: ~R5,500–R7,500/month
Join Dis-Chem Pharmacist Assistant Learnership 2025 in Pretoria! Grade 12 youth earn ~R5,500–R7,500/month and gain pharmacy skills. Apply by 31 May 2025!
About the Learnership
Dis-Chem Pharmacies offers a 12-month Dispensary Support Learnership at its Montana store in Pretoria, Gauteng, for unemployed youth with Grade 12 to complete the Basic Pharmacist Assistant course. Aligned with W&RSETA, this program provides practical pharmacy training and an NQF certification, with potential permanent employment upon SAPC registration.
Job Purpose
The learnership addresses 45.5% youth unemployment by equipping participants with pharmacy skills, supporting Dis-Chem’s mission to deliver quality healthcare across 150+ stores.
Key Responsibilities
- Sell Schedule 1 medicines and assist with non-sterile medicine compounding per SOPs.
- Unpack, merchandise, and clean dispensary/OTC shelves.
- Interpret scripts accurately and comply with SAPC regulations.
- Perform tasks assigned by the Dispensary Manager.
Benefits
- Participants: ~R5,500–R7,500/month stipend, NQF certification, potential permanent role.
- Dis-Chem: Skilled pharmacy workforce and enhanced dispensary operations.
- Community: Reduced unemployment, improved healthcare access.
Eligibility Criteria
- South African citizen, unemployed, under 35.
- Grade 12 with 50% in Pure Mathematics and Life/Physical Science.
- No prior related learnerships completed.
- Pass SAPC proficiency test for registration.
Required Skills
- Dispensing and stock management.
- Communication and customer service.
- Time management and attention to detail.
- Compliance with legal and professional standards.
Preferences
- Residents of Pretoria or nearby areas.
- Passion for healthcare and pharmacy.
- Alignment with Employment Equity goals.
Why Apply?
The Dis-Chem Pharmacist Assistant Learnership offers South African youth a funded pathway to a pharmacy career, with a stipend, certification, and potential permanent employment in a leading healthcare brand.
Application Process
Apply via the Dis-Chem careers portal, uploading a CV, certified copies of ID and Matric certificate. For queries, email careers@dischem.co.za. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for assessments by 31 May 2025. No fees are charged.
Contact Information
Dis-Chem HR: careers@dischem.co.za, +27 11 589 2200, Midrand, Gauteng, South Afri
