Laboratory Technician Apprentice - Histopathology

Join PathTech Laboratories as a Laboratory Technician Apprentice. Gain practical experience in histopathology while completing a Level 3 apprenticeship. Learn to support laboratory processes, maintain accurate records and work safely in a regulated environment. Earn £16,640 to £20,000 depending on experience and interview.

What you'll do

What you will do:

• Support day-to-day laboratory workflow within your training and authorised competency.
• Learn laboratory health and safety, COSHH, PPE, confidentiality and controlled working practices.
• Support accurate documentation, records and laboratory information-system workflows.
• Develop knowledge of specimen pathways and histopathology processes under supervision.
• Support stock, consumables, laboratory housekeeping and equipment checks.
• Complete structured training, SOP learning, workplace evidence and competency assessments.
• Participate in suitable quality, audit and continuous-improvement activities.

Training

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.

After the apprenticeship

A defined pathway towards more advanced technical roles and, where suitable, further study or higher-level apprenticeships.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, x 5 including Maths and English (grade C/4 or above)
• Desired: A Level, Science or equivalent (grade C/Merit or above)

Things to consider

• To give yourself the best chance, ensure your application is genuine and written in your own words. Applications created solely with AI tools may not be accepted.
• You must have been a UK resident for a minimum of 3 years to be eligible for this position
• If you already hold a BSc or MSc in a closely related field, you will be ineligible for apprenticeship funding

Benefits

Paid lunch, paid protected apprenticeship learning time, workplace training and progressive competency development.

About the employer

PathTech Laboratories Ltd provides consultant-led histopathology services to NHS and independent healthcare providers.

The laboratory focuses on delivering high-quality diagnostic histopathology services supported by robust governance, quality management, traceability, and efficient turnaround times.

The laboratory provides specialist expertise in:

• Dermatopathology
• Gastrointestinal pathology
• Gynaecological pathology
• Prostate pathology

All cases are reported by consultant histopathologists with appropriate expertise.

The laboratory maintains structured quality management systems designed to support:

• Diagnostic quality
• Governance
• Traceability
• Patient safety
• Turnaround time monitoring
• Continuous improvement

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Laboratory technician (level 3), Health and science
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: CSR SCIENTIFIC TRAINING LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: The laboratory operates 7 days a week, from 7.00am - 9.00pm, with apprentices working 40 hours per week on a rota-based shift pattern.
• Start date: 2 November 2026
• Positions available: 2
• Wage: £16,640 a year