Labratory Technician Apprenticeship
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Location: SOUTHAMPTON, SO32 1QD
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Between £7.55 and £10.00
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Sector: Science and Mathematics
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Ref: VAC-03534
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Application Deadline Date: 02/11/2025
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Start Date: 03/11/2025
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday friday 8-4
Brief Description
SO32 1QD To support the laboratory team by performing routine testing, data management, and laboratory maintenance, gaining a Level 3 Laboratory Technician qualification through a structured 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.
Vacancy Detail
Southampton
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform routine testing and record/archive data accurately.
• Report test results, highlighting variations and out-of-specification results promptly.
• Complete Work Requests and contribute to procedure development/review.
• Maintain laboratory safety and housekeeping, adhering to COSHH and HSE standards.
• Collect, label, and process samples, and operate/maintain lab equipment.
• Participate in the Level 3 Apprenticeship programme, including coursework and assessments.
• Work independently on assigned tasks after training.
• Order laboratory consumables.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Interest in science and laboratory work.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow procedures and communicate effectively.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Willingness to learn.
• GCSEs in Maths, English, and a science subject (or equivalent).
Personal Attributes:
• Reliable, organised, and safety conscious.
• Proactive and enthusiastic.
• Good work ethic.
Training and Development:
• Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship.
• On-the-job training and mentoring.
• Career development opportunities.
Benefits:
• Competitive apprentice salary.
• Level 3 qualification.
• Industry experience.
• Supportive environment.
• Paid holiday.