Lab Support Assistant - FTC

Mitie Group plc.; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Mitie is seeking a motivated Lab Support Assistant to join the GSK Barnard Castle site on a 6-month Fixed Term Contract. This part-time role (33 hours per week) offers a salary of £24,796 per annum and focuses on preparing reagents, managing samples, and supporting equipment and stock control. You will work in a regulated environment, maintaining audit-ready records and adhering to procedures. Full training provided.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English, Maths and a Science subject; strong organisational skills.
• Good communication and ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Willingness to learn and work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reagents, solutions and mobile phases per procedures.
• Support housekeeping and organise laboratory spaces and schedules.
• Collect and document laboratory samples and maintain audit-ready records.
• Assist with equipment checks and calibration activities.
• Order, receive and manage stock of laboratory supplies and waste disposal.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English, Maths and Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP or similar systems

Job description

Job Title: Lab Support Assistant - FTC
Salary: £ 24,796 Per Annum
Contract: Fixed Term
Type of Employment: Part Time
Hours: 33 Hours Per Week
Location: GSK, Harmire Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham, England, DL12 8DT

Mitie is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Lab Support Assistant to join our laboratory operations team at the GSK Barnard Castle site on a 6 month Fixed Term Contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in science, laboratory operations, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or regulated environments.

As a Lab Support Assistant, you'll play a vital role in ensuring laboratories operate efficiently, safely, and compliantly. From preparing laboratory reagents and managing samples to supporting equipment checks and maintaining supplies, you'll help keep critical scientific activities running smoothly every day.

What You’ll Be Doing

Laboratory Support

• Preparing reagents, solutions, and mobile phases following approved procedures.
• Supporting laboratory housekeeping and organisation.
• Helping ensure laboratory activities run efficiently and to schedule.

Sample & Documentation Management

• Collecting and booking laboratory samples.
• Preparing samples and documentation for storage, archiving, or shipment.
• Maintaining accurate and audit-ready laboratory records.

Equipment Support

• Performing routine checks on laboratory equipment such as balances and pH meters.
• Monitoring laboratory fridges and freezers.
• Supporting calibration activities and equipment logistics.

Stock & Consumables Management

• Ordering, receiving, and replenishing laboratory supplies.
• Managing stock levels and inventory.
• Organising consumable storage areas.

Waste Management

• Supporting the safe disposal of laboratory waste.
• Handling specialist waste streams in accordance with site procedures.
• Assisting with laboratory glassware management and cleaning.

What we are looking for

We're interested in people with a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

Essential

• GCSE/National level qualifications in English, Maths and a Science subject
• Good organisational and planning skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow procedures accurately
• Good communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Basic Microsoft Office skills

Desirable

• Previous laboratory experience
• Experience working in a regulated environment
• Awareness of GMP/GxP working practices
• Experience using SAP or similar systems

Don't worry if you don't have all the desirable experience. Full training will be provided for the right candidate