At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with lab tests, prepare samples, and maintain a safe working environment.
- Company: Join a supportive team in a dynamic laboratory setting.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn, gain a recognised qualification, and develop practical skills.
- Other info: No prior experience needed; perfect for those eager to learn.
- Why this job: Kickstart your science career with hands-on experience and training.
- Qualifications: Interest in science, attention to detail, and basic IT skills.
The predicted salary is between 22069 - 26973 £ per year.
As a Laboratory Technician Apprentice, you will support the day‑to‑day work of the laboratory, assisting with testing, preparing samples and maintaining a clean and safe working environment. You will be trained and supported throughout the apprenticeship.
- Assisting with laboratory tests and experiments under supervision
- Preparing samples, materials and equipment for testing
- Accurately recording results and maintaining laboratory records
- Cleaning, maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment
- Following health & safety procedures and quality standards
- Working as part of a team to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy
Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship
Combination of on‑the‑job training and off‑the‑job learning
Full training and support provided
No previous laboratory experience required
What we’re looking for:
- An interest in science and laboratory work
- Good attention to detail and organisational skills
- Willingness to learn and follow instructions
- Basic IT skills
- GCSEs (or predicted grades), particularly Maths and Science, are desirable but not essential
Why apply?
- Earn while gaining a nationally recognised qualification
- Develop practical skills for a long‑term career in science or laboratory work
- Supportive working and learning environment
Working Week: 08.00/08.30-16.30/17.00
Qualifications Required: GCSEs in Maths, English, and a science subject (or equivalent) at grade 4-9 or equivalent.
Personal Qualities:
- Ability to work unsupervised following a planned work schedule
- Writing and numeracy skills
- Familiarity with computers / keyboards / typing skills
- Word, Excel, Access – statistics, graphs, data analysis
- General awareness of importance of safety, and in particular safety issues of working in a laboratory.
Skills Required:
- Ability to work unsupervised following a planned work schedule
- Basic writing and numeracy skills
- Familiarity with computers / keyboards / typing skills
- Word, Excel, Access – statistics, graphs, data analysis
- General awareness of importance of safety, and in particular safety issues of working in a laboratory.
Training to be Provided: Laboratory Technician Level 3
Future Prospects: Because of the technical experience you will gain from working in a laboratory, you will gain skills which many graduates have yet to develop. If you have practical ability, ability to solve problems and good communication skills there are opportunities for progression towards higher qualifications.
Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship employer: Allscreens Nationwide Ltd
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