Quality Control Laboratory Apprenticeship

IMPELLAM GROUP PLC

Preston (PR1 1EA)

Closes in 26 days (Monday 1 December 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 4 November 2025

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Summary

As an Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced QC Technicians, contributing to routine testing and supporting project work across both divisions of our business– Secret Liquid Plastics and Increase. You’ll be trained across both areas, helping to build flexibility within the team and develop your skills for future progression.

Wage

£27,500 a year

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Training course
Laboratory technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday- Friday, 8am- 4pm (Occasional shift cover for sickness and absence)

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Thursday 1 January 2026

Duration

2 years 6 months

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

Sika Group are a leading specialist chemical company founded in 1910. The UK branch was established in 1927 and has since become a major player in the construction and industrial sectors. Sika operates in over 100 countries, with more than 300 factories worldwide. Sika UK manufactures and supplies advanced chemical products for the construction and industrial sectors, specialising in solutions for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting. Their portfolio includes roofing systems, flooring, concrete admixtures and repair materials, structural strengthening products, waterproofing systems, and facade sealants. Additionally, they produce adhesives and sealants for automotive and industrial applications, serving markets such as building construction, transportation, marine, and power generation. All products are designed to deliver durability, performance, and sustainability across diverse projects. 

Apprentice Responsibilities: 

  • Assist with day-to-day testing and quality assurance procedures
    Support QC Technicians in delivering project work
  • Learn and apply testing protocols across both business divisions
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation
  • Collaborate with a small, friendly team to uphold high standards of quality
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement

Where you'll work

Sika House Miller Street
Preston
PR1 1EA

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.

More training information

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an Apprentice to join our Quality Control (QC) Laboratory team. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a career in science and gain hands-on experience in a supportive, close-knit environment. Upon successful completion of the programme, there may be an opportunity to transition into a full-time QC Technician role, subject to performance and business needs.

You’ll be joining a team of:

  • 1 Quality Engineer 
  • 3 QC Technicians 
  • Yourself, as the new Apprentice

The team is known for being welcoming, supportive, and patient – ideal for someone starting out in their career.

Requirements

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Other requirements

We’re seeking someone who has a strong willingness to learn and grow, is organised and open to feedback, enjoys working in a collaborative team environment and has an interest in science or chemistry (no prior experience required). The successful candidate will also be adaptable and eager to contribute to both routine and project-based work.

About this employer

At Impellam, we believe work should have purpose. For over a decade, we’ve connected passionate individuals with meaningful opportunities across the STEM industries. We’re trusted by employers and employees alike and we’re here to help you grow and thrive.

After this apprenticeship

  • If you’re ready to begin your journey in science and quality control, we’d love to hear from you
  • Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

IMPELLAM GROUP PLC

Demi-Leigh

demileigh.saunders@carbon60global.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000349393.

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Closes in 26 days (Monday 1 December 2025 at 11:59pm)

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