Apprentice Laboratory and Facilities Assistant

Corehr; Oxford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days annual leave included

Discounted travel

Contributory pension

Student discount

Job summary

The University of Oxford is offering an Apprentice Laboratory and Facilities Assistant role within the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford. You will support Laboratory/Operations Managers and Facilities Teams in safe, efficient running of the department's scientific and clinical research spaces.

The program is a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship, based mainly at John Radcliffe with occasional duties at Old Road Campus; learning online once a week;

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths, English and a science subject (or equivalent) required.
• Evidence of willingness to undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Follow Health and Safety procedures to maintain a clean, safe lab environment.
• Carry out regular visual inspections and report faults and hazards.
• Assist with safety inspections, fire alarm tests and evacuation drills.

Education

GCSE Maths, English and a science subject (9-4 or A*-C)

Job description

UK date and time: 30-September-2026 15:06

Apprentice Laboratory and Facilities Assistant

RDM Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9DU

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the University of Oxford as an Apprentice Laboratory and Facilities Assistant in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine (CVMed), within the Radcliffe Department of Medicine (RDM). As Apprentice Laboratory and Facilities Assistant, you will work across CVMed to assist Laboratory/Operations Managers and Facilities Teams in the safe and smooth running of the department’s scientific and clinical research areas.

Your responsibilities will include following relevant Health and Safety procedures to maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment within laboratories, in addition to conducting regular visual inspections and reporting identified faults and hazards. The Apprentice Laboratory and Facilities Assistant will also hold a crucial role in assisting with safety inspections, fire alarm tests, and evacuation drills.

About the apprenticeship

As part of this role, you will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with CSR Scientific Training.

For this apprenticeship, you will work at the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine. This role is based on the John Radcliffe Hospital site, with duties occasionally being undertaken at the Centre for Human Genetics on the Old Road Campus. The majority of your apprenticeship learning will be completed online once a week.

In total, it will take 2 years to complete all elements of the apprenticeship, with support from the Department, University, and College throughout.

Becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and training. For more information, please visit: https://www.apprenticeships.ox.ac.uk

About you

You will be passionate about starting your career supporting scientific and medical research and excited about the opportunity of becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford. You may be starting your career or you may be looking for a career change.

To complete the level 3 apprenticeship you will need to evidence passes at 9-4 or A*-C in GCSE Maths, English and a science subject (or equivalent qualifications).
Regardless of your prior qualifications, CSR Scientific Training will require you to complete a short initial assessment during the application process. There are also government residency requirements for Apprenticeship funding which the Training Provider will be able to advise on.

What we offer

Our apprentices are never on their own, you will benefit from a supportive environment working in collaboration with the rest of our committed team. You will also be supported by the central apprenticeship team and you will join our growing network of apprentices within the university. You will have the opportunity to become an apprenticeship ambassador for the University and region.

We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution.

Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their Apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career.

You will receive 38 days’ annual leave inclusive of Bank Holiday and fixed closure dates, discounted travel, an excellent contributory pension scheme, and student discount. You will also be part of the University’s annual apprenticeship awards.

Contact us and apply

If you would like further information or support in your application, please contact:

Interviews will be taking place on October 26th 2026.