Pharmacy Technician Tutor

Job Description

Pharmacy Technician Tutor
Location: Auckland CBD
Part-time | Permanent | NZMA Auckland Central

This is a permanent part-time position, working 16 hours per week. Ideally, the hours will be worked across Monday and Tuesday, although there may be some flexibility to work one of these days on an alternative weekday.

About the role:  

As a Pharmacy Technician Tutor, you’ll use your New Zealand pharmacy experience to help prepare the next generation of Pharmacy Technicians for successful careers.

You’ll deliver practical, engaging on-campus learning, sharing your knowledge of community pharmacy, pharmaceutical practice and the skills technicians need in the workplace. You’ll create a supportive, hands-on learning environment where students build confidence in pharmacy retail operations, professional conduct, customer service, patient communication and providing accurate health advice.

This is a part-time role, working two days per week, making it a great opportunity for someone looking for greater work-life balance or wanting to combine teaching with their current pharmacy career. You can stay connected to the profession while using your experience to make a meaningful difference in the careers of others.

Qualifications

About you:  

You’re passionate about pharmacy and excited by the opportunity to share your knowledge and support future Pharmacy Technicians.

You’ll be either an experienced Pharmacy Technician with a NZ Certificate in Pharmacy Technician Level 5 or NZ Diploma in Pharmacy Technician (Specialist) Level 6, ora New Zealand Registered Pharmacist.

You’ll bring strong knowledge across areas such as anatomy and physiology, OTC medicines, dispensing and calculations, compliance packaging, compounding, pharmacy legislation and clinical professionalism.

You’ll also bring:

• Proven pharmacy industry experience in New Zealand
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to connect with and support students from diverse backgrounds
• Patience, adaptability and a willingness to try new approaches
• A genuine passion for sharing your knowledge and helping others succeed
• A positive, enthusiastic and supportive approach

Teaching experience is an advantage, but it’s not essential. We’ll provide comprehensive training, teaching tools and ongoing support to help you gain adult teaching qualifications and build your confidence as an educator.

If you’re looking for a role that offers flexibility, purpose and the opportunity to stay connected to the pharmacy industry, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Additional Information

Why work with us?  

• Enjoy Work-life balance with weekends off & two weeks off during Christmas & New Year!  
• Free onsite parking 
• Our organisation is strong on developing our people and having fun while we do it. We ensure our team feels valued and informed about the direction we are heading in. 
• Rewarding opportunity to support students in their education journey 
• Energetic environment where value is placed on delivering outcomes rather than micro-managing tasks 
• Work with the Campus Manager to see the NZMA Campus grow and be highly successful. 
• A fun environment and an opportunity to stand out is all on offer with this role 

Our application process:  

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role. Suitable candidates will be contacted as applications are received.

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work with us, ensuring we’re attracting applications from people with identities and perspectives that are as diverse as our students. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equity, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.