Laboratory technician

Level

Advanced · like A-levels

Length

2 yrs

typical

Sector

Health and science

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Providing routine and one-off testing and technical support in a scientific laboratory environment.

Prepare samples and reagents for routine and non-routine analyses

Carry out tests using appropriate instruments and record results accurately

Calibrate and perform basic maintenance on laboratory equipment

Follow standard operating procedures and highlight any deviations

Maintain a clean, organised, and safe laboratory environment

Produce accurate reports and contribute to quality documentation

Dispose of chemical and biological waste in line with regulations

Safe use of laboratory chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment

Scientific techniques relevant to your sector such as titration or chromatography

Quality standards including Good Laboratory Practice and ISO requirements

Accurate data recording, analysis, and scientific report writing

Calibration and routine maintenance of laboratory instruments

How to follow and contribute to standard operating procedures

Basic statistical methods for interpreting experimental results

Ready to look for a place?

See live Laboratory technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.