Science Technician Apprentice
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Company: NEWPORT GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
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Location: TF10 7HL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Health and science
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Ref: NAS-2000033039
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Application Deadline Date: 15/06/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Thursday: 8.00am - 4.00pm. Friday: 8.00am - 3.30pm. Term Time Only
Brief Description
We seek a reliable, enthusiastic and motivated Science Technician Apprentice to join our successful Science Department. The successful candidate will provide daily technical support through the preparation and provision of equipment, apparatus and chemicals, enabling students to safely and effectively carry out laboratory experiments.
Training to be Provided
You will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, which will include:
- Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
- On-the-job competency training
- Training will be delivered online with one site visit by a vocational skills coach to assess you in the workplace.
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.
Future Prospects
We would expect the individual to progress into a Science Lab Technician or a Senior Science Lab Technician.
Vacancy Detail
Some of your key duties and responsibilities will be to:
- Prepare, set up and clear away apparatus, chemicals and materials for practical science lessons
- Check equipment before and after use, ensuring it is safe and fit for purpose
- Prepare solutions and assemble specialist equipment for demonstrations and experiments
- Return all equipment and materials to appropriate storage following use
- Maintain laboratories and preparation areas in a clean, safe and orderly condition
- Carry out routine cleaning of equipment, glassware, sinks and work surfaces
- Ensure safe storage of chemicals, equipment and resources in line with regulations
- Report faults or breakages and assist with basic repairs where appropriate
- Monitor stock levels of chemicals, equipment and consumables
- Assist with ordering, checking and storing deliveries
- Maintain accurate records of stock, including inventories and usage
- Work in accordance with health and safety policies, including COSHH and CLEAPSS guidance
- Ensure safe handling, storage and disposal of chemicals and materials
- Highlight any safety concerns to the Senior Science Technician or teaching staff
- Support safe working practices within practical lessons
- Provide practical support to teaching staff, including assisting with demonstrations where appropriate
- Support students during practical work when required, under supervision
- Contribute to the smooth running of practical science provision across the department
- Undertake the Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship, delivered by CSR Scientific Training
- Participate in training, review meetings and professional development activities
- Apply learning from the apprenticeship to develop skills within the role
Other Information
- Be resident in England for a minimum of 3 years and have the right to work in the UK
- Be aged 16 or over
- Not in full time education or already undertaking other DfE funded training that would be covered by the apprenticeship
- Not already hold a qualification at the same level or above in the subject area of the apprenticeship qualification you will be undertaking