Laboratory Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Build Check Ltd

TN United Kingdom; Brill; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join their team. This hands-on role involves testing windows and doors in a UKAS accredited laboratory, ensuring compliance with national standards. The apprenticeship offers full training, with the potential for a full-time position upon completion. You'll gain valuable experience in a supportive environment, with opportunities for career advancement in various sectors. If you're passionate about science and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension

Full uniform & PPE provided

Regular training and CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for science and practical work.
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical tests on windows and doors.
• Generate reports based on testing findings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Health & safety awareness

Communication

Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory testing equipment

Microsoft Office

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Laboratory Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Build Check Ltd, Brill

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26.04.2025

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10.06.2025

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Location: Build Check, Unit 3a, Hayloaders, Wotton Rd, Brill, HP18 9UB

Working for Build Check Ltd

Located near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire,Build Check is a national provider of independent compliance testing, operating from our UKAS accredited laboratory in Brill. Our lab tests Windows, Doors and Facades to comply with various UK standards including Sequence B and Secured by Design.

Established in 2004, Build Check has gone from strength to strength to become a leading UK Fenestration testing service, able to cater for businesses of all sizes by offering a straightforward, Informed, and Impartial service.

We are now seeking an enthusiastic individual to join the team as a Laboratory Technician (Level 3) Apprentice!

You’ll be able to find out more about Build Check Ltd here:

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The Package

• Starting salary: £25,400 per annum
• Salary rises in increments up to £28,000 after completing the apprenticeship
• Working hours: 37.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm (occasional flexibility/overtime required)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension
• Full uniform & PPE provided
• Regular training and CPD opportunities

What will I be doing as a Laboratory Technician Apprentice?

Build Check are pleased to be able to offer this fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to develop their career as a laboratory-based test technician. Full experience is not essential as full training can be given.

• This is a physical role where you will be required to test primarily windows and doors to our in-house procedures and national Standards and will include moving large test specimens around the laboratory.
• The role includes water testing, Security testing and generating reports on your findings
• You’ll learn lots about the general operations of a testing laboratory, as well as health & safety, housekeeping and regulation in a laboratory environment.

What could the future look like?

When you join Build Check Ltd , the possibilities for your success are limitless. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position within the company at the conclusion of your apprenticeship.

Through practical training on the job, you can look forward to a range of potential career paths in industries such as manufacturing, construction, engineering, aerospace, automotive, or research and development. There is a growing demand for skilled professionals who can ensure the quality and reliability of materials used in various sectors.

This apprenticeship program also serves as a stepping-stone towards a rewarding career in laboratory testing, with the added opportunity for the apprentice to become a registered Science technician (RSci Tech).

This apprenticeship can also help pave the way for further educational and professional advancement such as our Level 6 Bachelor of Science (BSc) Applied Materials Science Apprenticeship, enabling you to take on more specialised roles or progress into leadership positions.

Rest assured, your hard work and determination will not go unnoticed!

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

About you

This is a very hands on and practical role so you should have a passion for science, be willing to get stuck in and be hungry to get stuck in from the offset!

We’re looking for someone who is focussed and careful in all aspects of work. You’ll need to have good attention to detail to identify problems, and be an accurate record keeper, as the testing site carries UKAS accreditations, so your work must reach the standard of accuracy required.

The ability to think on your feet and have good health & safety awareness is crucial due to the environment and nature of the role.

You’ll be an inquisitive person, who loves to problem solve and bring solutions to your team. It’s also important that you’re comfortable working both within a team and on your own initiative.

You must be customer focused, with good communication and a confident approach to solving problems and making suggested improvements.

Comfortable using basic Microsoft Office Programmes (Word & Excel) and able to pick up new systems quickly!

Please note, because of the nature and responsibilities of this position, you must be aged 18+, hold a valid driving license, access to your own car and be able to undertake some manual handling/heavy lifting.

Qualifications

It’s about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don’t already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role!

Experience

We’re not just interested in experience and qualifications; we’re looking for someone with the right attitude and aptitude to fit right in at Build Check Ltd.

So how does the apprenticeship work?

At Tiro we’re obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can’t wait to have you on board.

Over 21 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Build Check Ltd who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.

Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you’ll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment.

The best part? You’ll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme!

Eligibility

While we never want to hinder your job application process with obstacles, there are some minimum requirements you’ll need to meet in order to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government.

As a training provider, we are committed to ensuring that our apprenticeship programs deliver significant new knowledge and skills. To be eligible, applicants must demonstrate that the program will provide learning and experiences beyond their current qualifications and professional expertise.

If you already hold a Level 3, degree or equivalent higher-level qualification in a closely related field, or possess substantial relevant experience, you may not be eligible for apprenticeship funding, as these programmes are designed for individuals who require upskilling or reskilling in their chosen career pathway.

You’ll need to be over 18, not in full time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK.

We're Tiro (pronounced ‘Tea-ro’ as in white, two sugars).
In Latin, it means novice, recruit, apprentice, beginner and soldier. The perfect name for a company that’s been helping fearless apprentices to join ambitious businesses since 2005.

We believe that great apprenticeships help everyone. There are remarkable apprentices out there just waiting to be found, and fantastic employment opportunities waiting to be filled.

Our work will never be just about getting bums on seats and pocketing our commission. In our own small way, we’re helping to change the world – finding people that are working on COVID vaccines, finding new ways for technology to help humanity and helping to tackle the big issues of the day, like climate change. As well as helping people – young and old – to find their way.