// Over 1,500 pharmacy roles at all levels across the UK are available at Boots which has welcomed LloydsPharmacy staff to apply to
// Lloyds Pharmacy will close 237 branches inside Sainsbury’s stores over the year
Boots is recruiting for more than 1,500 pharmacy roles nationwide and has said it “welcomes applications from LloydsPharmacy staff impacted by news of closures”.
The high street health and beauty giant said vacancies span pharmacy roles at all levels – from Pharmacy Advisors (Dispensers) and Trainee Pharmacists to experienced Pharmacists looking to develop their careers.
The announcement follows last week’s news that Lloyds Pharmacy is set to close all of its branches inside Sainsbury’s stores, putting 2,000 jobs on the line.
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In response to the news, Manpreet Dhanjal who leads Healthcare Area Managers at Asda offered support to those looking for new roles and said on Linkedin: “Dear Lloyds Pharmacy in Sainsbury’s colleagues, this is a difficult day for you.”
“As part of community pharmacy, you have been unwavering in the service you’ve offered to the public even during the pandemic which makes today even harder to comprehend.
“We want to be able to take this opportunity to reach out to you, if you or any of your colleagues – dispensers, pharmacy assistants, pharmacists wish to talk about what alternatives are available with a strong healthcare provider at Asda then we are here for you.”
Boots UK & ROI Managing Director Sebastian James said: “Pharmacies deliver vital healthcare in the heart of communities. News of the closure of LloydsPharmacy branches within Sainsbury’s stores will no doubt have an impact on many talented pharmacists as well as their patients.
“We have many roles available at Boots and welcome applications from LloydsPharmacy employees affected by the closures. Patients who are worried about their future pharmacy provision can check our store locator online to find out where their nearest Boots store is – our pharmacy team members are ready to help.”
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