Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship

JustApply and the JustApply logo are registered trademarks of JustApply Ltd; Castleford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Castleford area laboratory is seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician Apprentice to learn on the job, support daily testing, sample preparation and record keeping. The role offers hands-on training toward a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship and progression opportunities within the lab team.

The program emphasizes following instructions, attention to detail, and readiness to develop practical lab skills while working 0830–1700, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• GCSEs Maths, English and a science subject at grade 4-9 or equivalent.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Basic IT literacy and data recording.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with laboratory tests and experiments.
• Preparing samples, materials and equipment for testing.
• Accurately recording results and maintaining laboratory records.
• Following health & safety procedures and quality standards.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Writing skills

Numeracy

Computers

Data analysis

Lab safety awareness

Education

GCSEs Maths/English/Science (4-9)

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

Job description

Working Week: 0830 - 1700 Monday - Friday.

Brief Description

Castleford, WF10 1NJ - We are looking for a motivated and practical Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join our laboratory team. This is a great opportunity to earn while you learn, developing hands-on laboratory skills while working towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship.

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.

About the role

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.

Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found. Working as part of a team to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy.

Key duties

• 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

Apprenticeship details

• 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