Apprentice Laboratory Technician

Zenith Advisory Partners

Apprentice Laboratory Technician
Blackburn
£20,000 per annum

Your New Employer

This is an excellent opportunity to begin your career within a modern laboratory environment, working alongside experienced laboratory professionals while gaining a nationally recognised qualification.
This apprenticeship combines practical, hands-on laboratory experience with structured learning, allowing you to develop valuable technical skills while earning a salary. Upon successful completion, you will achieve your NVQ Level 3 Laboratory Technician qualification, providing an excellent foundation for a long-term career within laboratory sciences.

Your New Job

As an Apprentice Laboratory Technician, you will work within a busy laboratory, supporting experienced technicians with a variety of scientific testing and laboratory activities.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Assisting with routine laboratory testing and sample preparation.
  • Learning how to operate laboratory equipment safely and accurately.
  • Recording results and maintaining accurate laboratory documentation.
  • Following laboratory procedures, quality standards and health & safety requirements.
  • Maintaining a clean, organised and compliant laboratory environment.
  • Supporting the wider laboratory team with day-to-day activities while developing your technical knowledge.
The role consists of:
  • 4 days per week working within the laboratory.
  • 1 day per week attending Preston College (day to be confirmed by the college and course timetable).
  • Monday – Thursday: 8:30am – 5:00pm.
  • Friday: 8:30am – 2:00pm.
  • Start Date: Monday 10th August, with college studies commencing in September.
Your Experience and Requirements

ZAP are searching for enthusiastic individuals who have a genuine interest in science and are looking to begin a rewarding career within a laboratory environment.

Essential requirements include:
  • GCSE Maths, English and Science at Grade 6 (B) or above.
  • Basic understanding of scientific principles.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Good communication and organisational skills.
  • Willingness to learn and develop within a laboratory setting.
  • Positive attitude with a strong work ethic.
Your Future as a Successful Candidate

This apprenticeship offers an outstanding opportunity to gain recognised qualifications whilst earning practical industry experience.
On successful completion of the programme, you will have achieved an NVQ Level 3 Laboratory Technician qualification and developed the technical knowledge, laboratory skills and professional experience needed to build a successful career within laboratory sciences, quality, research or pharmaceutical manufacturing.

If you're looking for the perfect opportunity to earn while you learn and kick-start your scientific career, we'd love to hear from you.
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