Level 3 Apprentice Science Technician

Summary

Kesteven & Sleaford High School is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Science department as a Level 3 Science Technician Apprentice. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a school laboratory while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

Wage

£14,526.20 to £23,492.04, depending on your age

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Training course

Laboratory technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, inclusive of a 30-minute lunch break. Working hours TBC Term-time only (38 weeks per year).

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

As a Science Technician Apprentice, you will:

Assist in setting up and dismantling practical experiments for science lessons
Prepare and organise equipment, materials, and chemicals for use in the laboratory
Ensure all laboratory equipment is cleaned, maintained, and stored correctly
Support teachers and students during practical lessons, ensuring safety procedures are followed
Manage and maintain stock levels of scientific materials, ordering supplies when needed
Follow health and safety regulations, including risk assessments and COSHH guidelines
Dispose of laboratory waste safely and appropriately
Help with the organisation and development of science resources
Assist in recording and maintaining accurate laboratory records
Contribute to the smooth running of the science department through general administrative support

Where you’ll work

Kesteven and Sleaford High School
Jermyn Street
Sleaford
Lincolnshire
NG34 7RS

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

THE PRIORY FEDERATION OF ACADEMIES

Your training course

Laboratory technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Comply with health and safety policies and procedures including HASWA, COSHH, risk assessments, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), manual handling, emergency procedures.
Maintain excellent housekeeping, in accordance with organisation Standard Procedures
Order and control stocks of laboratory materials where required
Identify, organise and use resources effectively to complete tasks applying the concepts of resource efficiency e.g energy, water and waste
Adhere to internal and external regulatory requirements e.g. GLP, GMP, GDP
Prepare for, and perform, laboratory experiments, tests or tasks following any specified methodologies to provide reliable, accurate data e.g. weighing, pipetting, filtering, spectroscopic techniques, chromatography techniques
Demonstrate technical competence in the use of specified instruments and equipment
Report faults and seek diagnostic advice to maintain equipment in good working order, including calibration where required
Complete documentation proficiently
Keep accurate records of laboratory work undertaken and results
Contribute to the preparation of reports.
Use simple statistical techniques for data presentation and evaluation e. g calculation of median and standard deviation, production of graphs
Demonstrate problem solving techniques including identification of sources of error and how they can be reduced e.g. human error
Use standard software packages and applications e.g. Microsoft Office suite
Use Laboratory Information Management systems to support their work
Address non-routine problems with samples and instrumentation, within defined areas
Identify relevant information from scientific sources e.g. supervisors, literature etc. in order to contribute to solutions
Participate in continuous performance improvement of systems and processes relevant to the work environment e.g. workplace organisation techniques, accreditation (e.g. ISO, UKAS) and proficiency testing.
Evaluate data, recognise and call attention to anomalous or unusual results
Comply with health and safety policies and procedures including HASWA, COSHH, risk assessments, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), manual handling, emergency procedures.
Maintain excellent housekeeping, in accordance with organisation Standard Procedures
Order and control stocks of laboratory materials where required
Identify, organise and use resources effectively to complete tasks applying the concepts of resource efficiency e.g energy, water and waste
Adhere to internal and external regulatory requirements e.g. GLP, GMP, GDP
Prepare for, and perform, laboratory experiments, tests or tasks following any specified methodologies to provide reliable, accurate data e.g. weighing, pipetting, filtering, spectroscopic techniques, chromatography techniques
Demonstrate technical competence in the use of specified instruments and equipment
Report faults and seek diagnostic advice to maintain equipment in good working order, including calibration where required
Complete documentation proficiently
Keep accurate records of laboratory work undertaken and results
Contribute to the preparation of reports.
Use simple statistical techniques for data presentation and evaluation e. g calculation of median and standard deviation, production of graphs
Demonstrate problem solving techniques including identification of sources of error and how they can be reduced e.g. human error
Use standard software packages and applications e.g. Microsoft Office suite
Use Laboratory Information Management systems to support their work
Address non-routine problems with samples and instrumentation, within defined areas
Identify relevant information from scientific sources e.g. supervisors, literature etc. in order to contribute to solutions
Participate in continuous performance improvement of systems and processes relevant to the work environment e.g. workplace organisation techniques, accreditation (e.g. ISO, UKAS) and proficiency testing.
Evaluate data, recognise and call attention to anomalous or unusual results

Your training plan

Priory Apprenticeships are leading provider of apprenticeships designed specifically for education. During your apprenticeship, you will work closely with our Occupational Expert to gains the skills, knowledge and behaviour you need to be a successful and qualified Science Technician. The Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship is a 21-month programme delivered through practical, on-the-job training, workshops and mentoring. Upon completion of the course, you will have achieved Level 3 Laboratory Technician and functional skills if required.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Team working

About this company

Kesteven & Sleaford High School is an outstanding school in Sleaford (Ofsted Nov 2024) where Science is a popular subject right through to A level and BTEC. We offer all three sciences to students aged 11-18 as well as Electronics at GCSE so the department is busy and thriving with lots to do and plenty of opportunities for learning your trade! Our Senior Science Technician is excited to be able to help train the next generation of science technicians and our Subject Leader and Second in Subject are here to provide all the support and encouragement you need. Our school has a reputation for being friendly, calm and welcoming! The department has 7 Science labs all close together as well as prep rooms and storage areas. There is even a mini staff room for Science so staff are easy to find and swap ideas with.

https://www.kshs.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

• Highly motivated, intelligent students who are a pleasure to work with • A genuinely committed, supportive and successful team of staff • The benefits and opportunities of being part of the Robert Carre Trust • Free gym membership

After this apprenticeship

On completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity for the role to be made permanent paid at a higher rate, with the opportunity to undertake further training. Science technicians are in demand across the education sector and this qualification will make you an employable candidate with secure job prospects.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE PRIORY FEDERATION OF ACADEMIES

Morgan Xavier

mxavier@prioryacademies.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000313291.

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Closes on Friday 1 August 2025

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