Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship
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Location: Solihull, B90 2JZ
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £8.00
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Sector: Science and Mathematics
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Ref: VAC-04005
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Application Deadline Date: 22/02/2026
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Start Date: 01/03/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Brief Description
B90 2JZTo support the day-to-day workflow of a dental laboratory specialising in Crown & Bridge (fixed restorations) while developing the practical skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to become a qualified Dental Laboratory Technician.
Qualifications Required
GCSEs in Maths, English, and a science subject (or equivalent) at grade 4-9 or equivalent.
Personal Qualities
Interest in dental technology and hands-on practical work
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
Good manual dexterity and willingness to learn technical processes
Reliable and punctual with a professional attitude
Able to follow instructions and work safely in a laboratory environment
Willing to complete the full apprenticeship programme
Skills Required
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (or working towards)
Any experience in a practical environment (workshop, lab, art/design, beauty/nail artistry, manufacturing)
Basic IT confidence (for logging work and apprenticeship learning)
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
Key Duties (with training and supervision):
- Receive and log incoming dental work and prescriptions
- Prepare work for production (organising cases, tracking stages, meeting deadlines)
- Assist with model work where required (e.g., trimming, articulation support)
- Support Crown & Bridge production processes as skills develop (e.g., preparation tasks across the workflow)
- Assist with finishing and polishing support under supervision
- Carry out basic quality checks (presentation, completeness, basic fit checks on models where applicable)
- Maintain a clean, organised work area and follow lab housekeeping procedures
- Follow infection control, health & safety, and PPE requirements
- Support packing, labelling, and preparing work for dispatch
- Complete apprenticeship coursework and build portfolio evidence in line with deadlines
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
Flexible arrangement available to make up 20 hours per week (agreed rota within the above hours)
Apprenticeship:
You will undertake the Laboratory Technician apprenticeship (Dental Pathway) alongside on-the-job training in a dental laboratory environment.
What You’ll Gain:
Paid work experience and structured training in a dental laboratory
A nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification (Dental Pathway)
Development of specialist skills in Crown & Bridge workflows and quality standards