Healthcare Science Laboratory Technician Apprentice
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Company: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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Location: Cambridgeshire, CB2 0QQ
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,258.00 per year
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Sector: Health and science
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Ref: NAS-2000045464
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Application Deadline Date: 14/08/2026
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Start Date: 28/09/2026
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Positions Available: 3
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Working Week: Monday to Friday normal office hours, times to be discussed and agreed (i.e., 8am to 4pm / 8.30am to 4.30pm / 9am to 5pm)
Brief Description
We are delighted to offer Healthcare Science Level 3 Apprenticeships across our Pathology Directorate. Pathology is the study of the causes and effects of disease on the human body, which underpins every aspect of patient care, from diagnostic testing and treatment advice to using cutting-edge genetic technologies and preventing disease.
Training to be Provided
- Come and join us and be supported to earn as you learn whilst undertaking a nationally recognised qualification
- You will study a Laboratory Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship
- You will have regular online sessions with the training provider
- Additional training will be given in the workplace
Future Prospects
Towards the end of the apprenticeship contract, and with support from the department and a dedicated apprenticeship team, you will have gained the knowledge and experience to enable you to apply for your next step in employment. We have a high percentage of previous apprentices who have successfully gained permanent employment with us and have gone on to do the Biomedical Science Degree (Level 6) Apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
- To assist with the day-to-day laboratory processes e.g., maintaining laboratory instruments, logs etc. using standard operating procedures
- To assist with day-to-day housekeeping within the laboratory
- Collect samples from main pathology and GP specimen reception, clinics and wards as appropriate in a timely manner
- Requisition entry of samples in Beaker following local SOP
- Use laboratory information system (LIMS) to record sample storage after analysis
- Scan sample request cards and other associated paperwork into LIMS
- Carry out routine laboratory maintenance: cleaning centrifuges, defrosting freezers, cleaning water baths, etc.
- Carry out pre-analytical sample preparation as appropriate
- Under supervision and where commensurate with role, carry out analytical processes using standard operating procedures
- Under supervision, set up and carry out routine maintenance on laboratory analysers
- Follow all health and safety procedures throughout
- Assist in reagent stock management
- Preparation of buffers and reagents
- Cleaning and maintenance of pipettes
- Record stock requirements, deliveries and maintain storeroom
- Maintain clear, full and accurate records of work carried out
- Liaise with senior staff concerning problems that may arise
- Assist in the maintenance of general laboratory records and filing systems
- Actively participate and contribute to laboratory staff meetings
Other Information
We are looking to start a new cohort of science apprentices in:
- Blood Sciences
- Immunology