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Full-time, Part-time
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Permanent
New to UK Pharmacist
Various UK Locations | Starting salary: £42,000 + location allowances for select remote locations.
Are you an EEA-qualified pharmacist looking to build your career in the UK?
At Boots, we’re here to support you every step of the way!
With over 2,000 stores nationwide and more than 170 years of history, Boots is the UK’s largest community pharmacy chain, making it the perfect place to start your journey as a New to UK Pharmacist.
We offer an exceptional, market-leading Support to Practice Programme to help you transition into pharmacy practice in the UK.
What is the Support to Practice Programme?
This 12-week structured programme is designed for EEA Pharmacists, you will receive:
✔ Hands-on training in an established store with an experienced pharmacist
✔ A dedicated mentor to guide you through UK pharmacy law, ethics, and best practices
✔ Two e-tests (at 6 weeks and 12 weeks) to ensure your readiness
✔ A clear pathway to a successful and rewarding pharmacy career with Boots
What’s in it for you?
As a New to UK Pharmacist, you will receive:
✅ £42,000 starting salary + location-based allowances for selected remote areas
✅ 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) + the option to buy 5 extra days per year
✅ Double-matched pension contributions (up to 12%)
✅ GPhC registration fees & IELTS/OET costs reimbursed
✅ Certificate of Sponsorship (if required) to work in the UK
✅ Career growth opportunities – become an Independent Prescriber, Store Leader, or beyond!
And much, much more! Boots offers fantastic benefits & rewards to support you in your career.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking pharmacists who are:
✔ IELTS/OET qualified with the necessary scores (or in progress)
✔ GPhC registered (or in the process of registering)
✔ Passionate about community pharmacy and providing exceptional patient care
✔ Great communicators who can work collaboratively with their teams
What Happens Next?
If your application is successful, a member of the recruitment team will reach out to discuss the next steps.
Need any additional support during the application process? Let us know! We’re happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best.
As part of our Pre-employment checks, depending on your location, we may require a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups), or Access NI Check.
Interested? Apply Today!
Apply Now, or contact our International Talent Acquisition Partner, Maria Noble, at maria.noble@boots.co.uk / 0789091548 to find out more!
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Boots is the UK’s leading health and beauty retailer with over 52,000 team members and around 1,800 stores,* ranging from local community pharmacies to large destination health and beauty stores.
We serve our customers and patients’ wellbeing for life as the leading provider of healthcare on the high street and the UK’s number one beauty destination.
We have an unrivalled depth and breadth of product offering, which incorporates our extensive own brand range and innovative portfolio of brands, including No7, the UK’s No1 skincare brand, Soap & Glory, Liz Earle Beauty and Sleek MakeUP. For over 175 years, we have listened, learned and innovated, and continue to challenge ourselves to improve our products and services every day.
*Figures accurate as of 17 July 2025
