Laboratory Technician - Apprentice

BioGrad Education

Liverpool (L13 1HN)

Closes in 6 days (Monday 21 September 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 14 September 2026

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Summary

Launch your science career with BioGrad Education as a Laboratory Technician Apprentice. Gain hands-on experience preparing practical sessions, supporting learners and maintaining safe, well-organised laboratories while completing a recognised Level 3 apprenticeship with structured training and support.

Wage

£14,560 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Free Car Parking 

Good transport Links 

Training course
Laboratory technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 08.30-4.30pm May include weekends

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 28 September 2026

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

  • Preparing laboratories, equipment and consumables for practical teaching sessions.
  • Preparing and aliquoting reagents under supervision.
  • Supporting lecturers and learners during science practicals.
  • Assisting with laboratory techniques such as PCR, microbiology, cell culture and serial dilutions once trained.
  • Cleaning, checking and safely storing laboratory equipment.
  • Maintaining clean, safe and organised laboratory areas.
  • Checking stock and helping to order and store supplies.
  • Updating laboratory, stock and cleaning records.
  • Safely segregating and disposing of laboratory waste.
  • Completing apprenticeship training, assignments and portfolio evidence.
     
     
     

Where you'll work

61 Stephenson Way
Wavertree
Liverpool
L13 1HN

Training

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

Training provider

TIRO TRAINING LTD

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

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Science (grade 4/C or above)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4/C or above)
  • Maths (grade 4/C or above)

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience

Other requirements

Applicants must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and other safer recruitment checks. The role is site-based and involves working safely in a laboratory environment, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and handling laboratory materials under supervision. Occasional travel to other BioGrad Education sites may be required with reasonable notice.

About this employer

BioGrad Education is a specialist science education and training provider based in Liverpool. We deliver practical, laboratory-based learning to students and professionals through a range of science courses, training programmes and educational opportunities.

Our modern laboratories provide learners with valuable hands-on experience using industry-relevant techniques and equipment. As part of our team, you will work alongside experienced science and education professionals in a supportive environment where safety, quality and positive learner experiences are central to everything we do.

We are committed to developing talent and helping people build the practical skills, knowledge and confidence needed to progress within science and laboratory-based careers.

http://www.biograd.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to apply for a permanent position with BioGrad Education, subject to satisfactory performance, business requirements and the availability of a suitable vacancy. The apprentice will also gain skills and experience that could support progression into laboratory technician or other science-related roles.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BioGrad Education

lisa doolan

lisa.doolan@biograd.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000053258.

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Closes in 6 days (Monday 21 September 2026 at 11:59pm)