Apprentice in Laboratory Technician

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 13,852 - 16,931; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff development opportunities

Travel discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Kirklees Council is seeking an Apprentice Science Technician to support science delivery at Waterfront Huddersfield. 37 hours per week across 52 weeks, salary £15,392 a year, for ongoing educational support roles.

The apprentice will assist senior technicians, prepare equipment for lessons and help with resource management, while upholding safeguarding and inclusion values.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills and the ability to engage with young people.
• Excellent understanding of equality, diversity and the College values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• Support senior science technicians with daily duties, including organising apparatus and resources prior to lessons.
• Construct, prepare and check specialist equipment necessary for practical lessons.
• Oversee storage and replacement of resources required for science delivery and assist teaching staff with demonstration of practical work.

Skills

Effective communication

Engage with young people

Equality diversity inclusion

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Job Reference: ATR96832

Application deadline: 17/08/2026

Salary: £15,392.00 - £15,392.00

Job Description

Job Title: Apprentice Science Technician

Location: Waterfront Huddersfield

Hours and Weeks per Year: 37hrs/52weeks

Responsibilities

• Support senior science technicians with daily duties, including organising apparatus and resources prior to lessons.
• Construct, prepare and check specialist equipment necessary for practical lessons.
• Oversee storage and replacement of resources required for science delivery and assist teaching staff with demonstration of practical work.

Key Requirements

• Effective communication skills and the ability to engage with young people.
• Excellent understanding of equality, diversity and the College values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Benefits

• Staff development opportunities, including a mentoring scheme and financial contributions for external qualifications.
• Employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance and wellbeing.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individual's sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work‑life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre‑employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from the Department for Education.

Note: The following job reference and documents are provided for internal use:

• Document Title: Apprentice Science Technician Job Description.docx
• Document Title: Kirklees College Application Form.docx