Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship

EUROFINS ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC UK LIMITED

CHANDLERS FORD (SO53 4BW)

Closes in 11 days (Friday 26 June 2026)

Posted on 15 June 2026

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Summary

SO53 4BW Eurofins is a laboratory testing services, supporting customers across industries including environmental, pharmaceutical, food, forensic, and life sciences. With a strong reputation for scientific excellence, quality, and innovation, Eurofins laboratories play a vital role in protecting health, safety, and the environment.

Wage

£15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Laboratory technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:30, 1hr lunch break.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Tuesday 30 June 2026

Duration

1 year

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

(Eastleigh) This apprenticeship provides an excellent opportunity to begin a scientific career within a highly regulated, professional laboratory environment while gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

The Role:

As a Laboratory Technician Apprentice, you will support laboratory operations by assisting with sample preparation, routine testing, data recording, and equipment maintenance. Working alongside experienced laboratory professionals, you will develop strong technical and analytical skills while completing the Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship.

This role is ideal for someone with a keen interest in science, laboratory testing, or quality‑focused environments, who is looking to build a long‑term career in the laboratory sector.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the receipt, preparation, and processing of laboratory samples
  • Carry out routine laboratory testing under supervision
  • Accurately record results and maintain laboratory documentation
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality systems
  • Adhere to strict health & safety and compliance requirements
  • Support the cleaning, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory equipment
  • Assist with stock control and laboratory organisation
  • Work effectively as part of a laboratory team
  • Develop technical knowledge through hands‑on experience and formal training

What We Are Looking For:

Essential

  • A strong interest in science, laboratory work, or analytical testing
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Willingness to follow procedures and work within regulated environments
  • Good organisational and time‑management skills
  • Reliable, professional, and motivated attitude
  • Basic IT skills for data entry and record keeping

    Desirable
    GCSEs (or equivalent) in Science and Maths
    Interest in quality systems, compliance, or laboratory accreditation
    Previous exposure to a laboratory or scientific setting (not essential)

    Training & Development
    You will be enrolled onto the Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship, which includes:

    Off‑the‑job training with an approved training provider
    On‑the‑job mentoring and structured development
    Development of technical, scientific, and professional skills
    Support through to End Point Assessment

    What Eurofins Offers
    A structured entry route into a leading global laboratory organisation
    Hands‑on experience within a professional testing environment
    A nationally recognised qualification
    Opportunities for progression within the Eurofins network upon successful completion

Where you'll work

TRAFALGAR HOUSE
TRAFALGAR CLOSE
CHANDLERS FORD
SO53 4BW

Training

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

Training provider

I & F LIMITED

Training course

Laboratory technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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

Training schedule

Laboratory Technician Level 3.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths and English (grade 4-9)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Communication skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Organisation skills
  • Patience
  • Team working

About this employer

(Science Segmentation)

After this apprenticeship

Because of the technical experience you will gain from working in a laboratory, you will gain skills which many graduates have yet to develop. If you have practical ability, ability to solve problems and good communication skills there are opportunities for progression towards higher qualifications.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

I & F LIMITED

Abbey Roche

jobenquiries@justapply.co.uk

0161 794 0528

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000034177.

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Closes in 11 days (Friday 26 June 2026)

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