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Cotham Secondary - Lab Tech Apprenticeship INSPIRE ATA LIMITED

To challenge educational and social disadvantages by supporting the science department in order to achieve the highest possible standards and prepare all our students to lead successful lives

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Closing date: 25 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,580.00

  • Working week

    Working week: Monday - Friday

    Total hours per week: 33.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    03 Nov 2022

  • Date posted

    08 Aug 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000074795

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Prepare scientific materials and / or sets of equipment for lessons.
  • Coordinate the use of practical resources and facilities and provide assistance / advice in meeting the practical needs of the science curriculum, including liaising with teaching staff and support staff outside the department.
  • Coordinate maintenance, repair and / or construction of equipment, as appropriate.
  • Contribute to the design, development and maintenance of specialist resources and / or long-term projects.
  • Check machinery / equipment.
  • Ensure health and safety standards are met.
  • Ensure cleanliness of materials.
  • Manage the stock of materials and equipment.
  • Assist staff in lessons as appropriate.
  • Support practical demonstrations in lessons.
  • Work with students as appropriate.
  • Help to prepare and mount display materials.
  • Undertake filing and other appropriate admin tasks.
  • Support students throughout the day by fulfilling pastoral responsibilities.
  • Engage fully in the academy appraisal process to fulfil personal potential and be able to participate effectively in the implementation of the academy’s goals and improvement plan.
  • Attend meetings / training and carry out administrative tasks and duties as specified on the academy calendar.
  • Contribute to decision-making and consultation procedures.
  • Report any safeguarding concerns immediately to a Designated Safeguarding Lead.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Laboratory Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

  • To prepare and set out equipment to enable teaching staff to undertake routine scientific demonstrations and class. experimental work, following current Health and Safety statutes and procedural guidelines.
  • To manage the acquisition, safe storage and disposal of equipment and chemicals required in connection with delivery of the Science curriculum.
  • Functional skills in English and/or maths if required.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Possible progression into a full-time role for the right applicant.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade C/4 or above) Essential

Things to consider

Please google the location prior to applying Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship

About the employer

We are currently ranked 1st in the "Rate My Apprenticeship" Central & Greater London Employers Award 2021-22 and 19th in the list of Top 100 Employers 2021-22. Inspire ATA Ltd. is social enterprise set up to make a difference. We specialise in working with a wide range of clients (nationwide) that want to take on excellent Apprentices. Our vision is “to inspire ambition” and this is something that is totally embedded in all that we do.

Employer

INSPIRE ATA LIMITED

Address

Cotham Lawn Road

Bristol

BS6 6DT

Contact

Rosheen Tirvassen

rosheen.tirvassen@inspire-ata.co.uk

07874 078307

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Training

Training provider

LET ME PLAY LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Laboratory technician

Level 3 (A level)

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