Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship

skills4group; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

skills4group in Nuneaton (CV13) is seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join the laboratory team. You will develop hands-on laboratory skills while working towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship, earning while you learn.

No previous laboratory experience required; you will be trained and supported through the apprenticeship. Key duties include assisting with tests, preparing samples, recording results, and ensuring a clean, safe working environment.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths, English, and a science subject (or equivalent).
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Basic IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory tests and experiments under supervision.
• Prepare samples, materials and equipment for testing.
• Record results and maintain laboratory records accurately.
• Clean, maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Follow health and safety procedures and quality standards.
• Work as part of a team to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Writing and numeracy

IT literacy

Data analysis

Safety awareness

Education

GCSEs Maths English Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Nuneaton, CV13 - 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.
Key duties include:
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
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
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 essential
Why apply?
Earn while gaining a nationally recognised qualification
Develop practical skills for a long‑term career in science or laboratory work
Supportive working and learning environment