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DN5 0RR. Skills4Science is looking for a Chemical Laboratory Technician Apprentice to support our client’s growing analytical testing team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical laboratory experience while working towards a recognised qualification.
Wage
- £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
- National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Training Course
- Laboratory technician (level 3)
Hours
- 8am-4pm, Monday - Friday.
- 40 hours a week
Start Date
- Monday 10 August 2026
Duration
- 1 year
Positions Available
- 2
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What You'll Be Doing (Bentley)
Working within a professional laboratory environment, you will:
- Prepare samples for chemical analysis
- Assist with laboratory testing procedures
- Operate analytical equipment under supervision
- Record and interpret test data
- Maintain laboratory documentation and records
- Follow quality assurance procedures
- Assist with sample receipt and tracking
- Support equipment calibration and maintenance
- Learn laboratory best practices and testing standards
- Maintain a clean and organised laboratory environment
- Follow strict health, safety, and environmental procedures
As your skills develop, you'll gain exposure to specialist testing techniques used across environmental and industrial sectors.
What We're Looking For
- Interest in Chemistry and Laboratory Science
- Strong attention to detail
- Good numerical and analytical skills
- Ability to follow procedures accurately
- Strong organisational skills
- Basic IT competency
- Reliable and professional approach
- Enthusiasm to learn and develop
Entry Requirements:
- GCSE Maths, English, and Science (Grade 4/C or above preferred)
- Chemistry qualification desirable but not essential
- No previous laboratory experience required
Training & Development
You will complete a:
- Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship
Developing skills in:
- Analytical Testing
- Sample Preparation
- Laboratory Quality Systems
- Scientific Data Recording
- Health & Safety
- Laboratory Equipment Operation
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Career Progression:
Successful apprentices may progress into roles such as:
- Chemical Laboratory Technician
- Analytical Scientist
- Environmental Laboratory Technician
- Quality Control Technician
- Laboratory Analyst
- Higher Scientific Apprenticeships
Why Join Us?
- Earn while you learn
- Gain practical scientific experience
- Develop specialist analytical skills
- Work alongside experienced laboratory professionals
- Build a long-term career in science and testing
- Join a growing organisation supporting clients nationwide
27 Arksey Lane,
Bentley
DN5 0RR
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training Provider
- I & F LIMITED
Training Course
- Laboratory technician (level 3)
What You'll Learn
- Comply with health and safety policies and procedures including HASWA, COSHH, risk assessments, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), manual handling, emergency procedures.
- Maintain excellent housekeeping, in accordance with organisation Standard Procedures
- Order and control stocks of laboratory materials where required
- Identify, organise and use resources effectively to complete tasks applying the concepts of resource efficiency e.g energy, water and waste
- Adhere to internal and external regulatory requirements e.g. GLP, GMP, GDP
- Prepare for, and perform, laboratory experiments, tests or tasks following any specified methodologies to provide reliable, accurate data e.g. weighing, pipetting, filtering, spectroscopic techniques, chromatography techniques
- Demonstrate technical competence in the use of specified instruments and equipment
- Report faults and seek diagnostic advice to maintain equipment in good working order, including calibration where required
- Complete documentation proficiently
- Keep accurate records of laboratory work undertaken and results
- Contribute to the preparation of reports.
- Use simple statistical techniques for data presentation and evaluation e. g calculation of median and standard deviation, production of graphs
- Demonstrate problem solving techniques including identification of sources of error and how they can be reduced e.g. human error
- Use standard software packages and applications e.g. Microsoft Office suite
- Use Laboratory Information Management systems to support their work
- Address non-routine problems with samples and instrumentation, within defined areas
- Identify relevant information from scientific sources e.g. supervisors, literature etc. in order to contribute to solutions
- Participate in continuous performance improvement of systems and processes relevant to the work environment e.g. workplace organisation techniques, accreditation (e.g. ISO, UKAS) and proficiency testing.
- Evaluate data, recognise and call attention to anomalous or unusual results
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Training Schedule
- Laboratory Technician Level 3.
Essential Qualifications
- GCSE in:
- Maths and English (grade 4-9)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Customer care skills
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Organisation skills
- Patience
- Team working
Our reputation is built on our commitment to prompt professional, personal service and attention to detail, which is reflected in the services we offer and the time we take to get to know our clientele and how to best service their needs.
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
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, the ability to solve problems and good communication skills, there are opportunities for progression towards higher qualifications.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
- I & F LIMITED
- Katie Wilkinson
- katie.wilkinson@skills4group.co.uk
- 0161 794 0528
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000043609.
Closes in 17 days (Friday 7 August 2026)
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