Laboratory Technician Apprentice (Level 3) – LGC Group

Job description
Department: Science Apprenticeship - Chemistry L3

Location: Ely

Compensation: £18,000 / year

Description

Location: Newmarket Rd, Fordham, ELY CB7 5WW

Working for LGC Group

LGC Group is a global leader in life science tools, partnering with customers to find solutions that diagnose, treat, feed and protect our growing population.

We work collaboratively with our partners in the scientific community, our products and services help to solve some of the most complex challenges facing society and the planet.

Together, we respond to global pandemics, pioneer innovative precision medicine and improve the safety of our food, medicines and environment.

We are now looking for a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join our Science Support Team!

The Package
• Starting salary is £18,000 per year (increasing to National Minimum/Living Wage after 12 months if applicable)
• 37.5hours per week with 1 hour lunch break
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension
• Sociable team with regular team events, including an annual Christmas Party!
• Regular training and CPD opportunities

What will I be doing as a Laboratory Technician apprentice?

As an apprentice, you’ll play a key role in supporting our laboratory team with day-to-day tasks. With the right training and supervision, you will work as part of a close-knit team, to provide a high-quality science support service to the customers of LGC Sport and Specialised Analytical Services (SSAS).

The work of the Science Support Team involves the receipt, login, dispensing and storage of samples as well as the preparation of reagents and the calibration/maintenance of scientific equipment.

In this role, you will:
• Help your team with a wide range of tasks and work flexibly to meet lab deadlines.
• Follow clear written procedures to carry out lab work accurately and on time.
• Learn how to use scientific equipment and carry out basic maintenance checks.
• Support in delivering lab samples quickly and efficiently.
• Follow all health and safety rules to keep yourself and your team safe.
• Work to professional laboratory standards (e.g., ISO17025).
• Take part in extra tasks or projects when needed.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company policies.

What could the future look like?

When you join LGC Group the possibilities for your success are limitless. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position within the company at the conclusion of your apprenticeship.

Through practical training on the job, you will acquire new skills and gain the competence and responsibility required for laboratory testing. This apprenticeship program serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in laboratory testing, with the added opportunity for the apprentice to become a registered Science technician (RSci Tech).

This program unlocks a multitude of career paths, granting you access to diverse organisations across various sectors. Whether it's the chemical and pharmaceutical industries (primary and secondary), biotechnology companies, nuclear enterprises, analytical science services, or educational institutions, the doors are wide open.

This apprenticeship can also help pave the way for further educational and professional advancement. You may choose to pursue higher-level qualifications through one of our Degree Apprenticeships such as Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Applied Bioscience or Applied Chemical Science.

Rest assured, your hard work and determination will not go unnoticed!

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

About You

We are looking for someone who is focused and meticulous in all aspects of work. Someone who demonstrates an ability to learn quickly and absorb new skills and is capable of following instructions and procedures accurately and in a timely and efficient manner.

Be prepared for a challenge as you take on activities to support the wider team, whilst making sure that standards are upheld to ensure the safety of your team and working environment.

You’ll be joining a friendly, fun and sociable team so it’s crucial that you prioritise team working, strong communicative and a positive, adaptable approach to working!

To succeed in this apprenticeship, you’ll need bags of enthusiasm, be a fantastic collaborator and be hungry to learn!

Please note, due to the nature of this apprenticeship, you must be aged 18+, and be able to reliably commute to site within 45 minutes. A driving license is preferred due to minimal public transport links!

Experience

We’re not just interested in experience and qualifications; we’re looking for someone with the right attitude and aptitude to fit right in at LGC Group.

Qualifications

It’s about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don’t already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role!

So how does the apprenticeship work?

At Tiro we’re obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can’t wait to have you on board.

Over 20 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at LGC Group who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.

Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you’ll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment.

The best part? You’ll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme!

Eligibility

While we never want to hinder your job application process with obstacles, there are some minimum requirements you’ll need to meet in order to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government.

As a training provider, we are committed to ensuring that our apprenticeship programs deliver significant new knowledge and skills. To be eligible, applicants must demonstrate that the program will provide learning and experiences beyond their current qualifications and professional expertise.

If you already hold a Level 3, degree or equivalent higher-level qualification in a closely related field, or possess substantial relevant experience, you may not be eligible for apprenticeship funding, as these programmes are designed for individuals who require upskilling or reskilling in their chosen career pathway.

You’ll need to be over 18, not in full time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK.

If you don’t quite meet these minimum requirements yet, let us know you’re interested here and we’ll get in touch to discuss this further with you. Read more