School Laboratory Technician Apprentice

Posting date:	20 August 2025
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£13,741 in first year, could increase with age
Hours:	Part time
Closing date:	01 September 2025
Location:	Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1HS
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	1502847

Summary

We are are looking for a Science Technician Apprentice to join our School Science Faculty via South West Apprenticeship Company. This role will play a key behind-the-scenes role supporting the Science Faculty by preparing materials and equipment for practical lessons, maintaining stock and lab equipment, and ensuring everything runs safely and smoothly.During the Apprenticeship you will be studying towards a Laboratory Technician (Level 3) qualification. This will involved day release every 3 weeks to North Star Campus of New College Swindon.This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on lab experience, learn from seasoned technicians and science teachers, and contribute to inspiring young scientists.During your working day you will:PREPARATION OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT FOR SCIENCE LESSONS: Collecting apparatus and chemicals from store Preparing necessary solutions Checking individual components in and out for class use Arranging for apparatus, including visual aids, to be in rooms ready for lessons Preparing experiments, setting up apparatus and equipment for demonstration and practical lessons Liaising with staff over use of rooms, equipment and stock Returning apparatus, equipment and chemicals to storage as soon as possible from laboratories Repairing/maintaining or arranging the repairing/maintenance of laboratory equipmentROUTINE MAINTENANCE OF SCIENCE LABORATORIES AND PREP. ROOMS THEIR EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES:Switching on/off mains services Maintaining laboratories, keeping them clean and tidy Cleaning of sinks, chemicals on bench tops and spillages of chemicals on the floor Storing materials tidily in accordance with Health and Safety regulation Keeping materials clean Looking after plants kept in the Faculty Cleaning safety spectacles, safety screens and fume cupboards MAINTAINING STOCK OF SCIENCE MATERIALS, CHEMICALS AND EQUIPMENT: Taking stock of chemicals, consumables and breakable items. Writing orders and checking deliveries Ensuring purchase requirements for experiments are done during working hours HEALTH AND SAFETY: Advising staff of any problems associated with practical activities Providing advice and assistance on the development of new class practicals Ensure all use and disposal of chemicals follow CLEAPPS Guidelines SUPPORT FOR THE SCHOOL: Attending and participating in meetings as required Improving one’s own practice through training, observation, evaluation and discussion with colleagues Keeping abreast of current developments Assisting in the setting up for open evenings and open mornings Accompanying pupils and teachers on science related school trips Support Faculty Science clubSUPPORT SCIENCE TEACHERS ACCORDING TO THEIR QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE IN SUCH DUTIES AS:Assisting teachers and pupils in the classroom during practical work as and when required by teaching staff Constructing apparatus and equipment Reprographic work - if required in an emergency Development of systems of storage and stock maintenance Development of experimental work in teaching schemes Organise display work according to teacher’s requirementThe successful candidate will have the following qualification:GCSE in: English (grade 5 to 9/A* to C), Maths (grade 5 to 9/A* to C) and Science (grade 5 to 9 /A* to C)Desirable qualifications: A Level in: Biology (grade C), Chemistry (grade C) or Physics (grade C) OR BTEC in: Applied Science (grade Merit)Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.Skills required for the position:Communication skills IT skills Organisation skills Problem solving skills Team working Initiative Ability to learn Can manage themselves Ability to deal with pressure Loyalty Adaptability Motivation Personal Presentation Commitment Positive Self Esteem Common sense Reliability Enthusiasm Honesty and IntegrityHours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.30pm. The post is term time only and In-Service Training Days (inset days) - Holidays must be taken during the school holidays. 35 hours a weekTo apply: Click on the icon Apply - above or belowAdditional information can be found on the the supporting information tab above and on the 'Find an Apprenticeship Service' gov.uk website.Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.