Lab Tech Apprentice

This is an opportunity to develop practical laboratory skills while supporting teachers in delivering engaging science lessons. Working alongside experienced technicians, you will learn how to prepare laboratory equipment and materials, maintain a safe working environment.

What you'll do

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory equipment, materials and solutions for science lessons and practical demonstrations.
• Set up experiments and ensure apparatus is clean, safe and functioning correctly.
• Support the organisation, maintenance and restocking of laboratory equipment and resources.
• Clean laboratory benches, sinks and equipment, ensuring laboratories are ready for subsequent lessons.
• Assist with the safe storage, handling and disposal of chemicals and other laboratory materials, following school procedures.
• Carry out basic maintenance and report faulty or damaged equipment to senior technicians.
• Support the care and maintenance of plants and animals where required.
• Work collaboratively with science teachers and technicians to support the delivery of the science curriculum.
• Follow health and safety procedures and help maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.
• Complete apprenticeship training and apply newly developed knowledge and skills within the workplace.
• Undertake other reasonable duties to support the effective running of the Science Department.

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard.

After the apprenticeship

Further progression may well be available in other areas within our sector, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 4/C or above)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 4/C or above)
• Desired: A Level, Science (grade Pass)

About the employer

The Ted Wragg Multi-Academy Trust is a multi-academy trust in Devon, England, established in 2013. It brings together schools across Exeter, Plymouth, Crediton and East Devon, with a focus on improving education, supporting local communities and helping every child succeed.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Laboratory technician (level 3), Health and science
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: THE S&A TRANSFORM GROUP LIMITED
• Expected duration: 2 Years
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Shifts to be confirmed.
• Start date: 13 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,640 a year