Lab Technician Apprenticeship

Laboratory Technician Apprentice

Impellam Group | Whittlesford, Cambridge (CB22 4WL) | £26,000 per year

Start your scientific career with purpose.

Impellam Group is looking for a driven and curious individual to join us as a Laboratory Technician Apprentice. You'll earn a competitive salary while gaining hands-on experience in a modern, cutting-edge lab - and work towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship, delivered by Tiro Training Ltd.

This is a genuine opportunity to build a long-term career in the fast-growing life sciences sector, with training and support every step of the way.

The role

Working from our state-of-the-art facility at Lion Works, Whittlesford (just a short walk from Whittlesford Parkway station, with easy links to Cambridge and London), your day-to-day will include:

Helping keep the labs safe, clean, and well-stocked
Preparing scientific materials such as buffers, media, and agar plates
Tracking lab consumables and managing deliveries
Supporting scientific teams with research activities
Assisting with lab equipment maintenance, records, and safety protocols
Playing a key role in smooth day-to-day lab operations

What you'll gain

Over the two-year programme you'll develop practical, real-world lab skills including health & safety compliance, sample preparation, use of specialist instruments and equipment, data recording and basic statistical analysis, and use of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) - building a strong foundation for a career in STEM.

Hours & details

Wage: £26,000 a year
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9.00am-5.00pm (1-hour break) - 37 hours 30 minutes/week
Start date: Tuesday 1 December 2026
Duration: 2 years
Positions available: 1
Training provider: Tiro Training Ltd

What we're looking for

Essential qualifications:

GCSE English (grade 4-9)
GCSE Maths (grade 4-9)
GCSE Science (grade 4-9)
A Level in a Scientific subject(Other relevant qualifications or industry experience welcomed - the programme can flex to reflect what you already know.)

Skills & qualities:
Communication, attention to detail, organisation, problem-solving, analytical thinking, teamwork, initiative, and curiosity about how science works.

We're looking at potential as much as paper qualifications - if you're organised, reliable, a great communicator, and ready to grow, we want to hear from you.

About Impellam Group

Impellam Group is a global workforce and STEM talent solutions organisation. For over a decade we've connected passionate individuals with meaningful opportunities across the STEM industries - helping people grow, thrive, and build fulfilling careers.

What's next

Many apprentices go on to secure full-time roles with us. This is your gateway into a rewarding career in science, with real support behind you throughout.

Apply now via Find an Apprenticeship (ref: VAC(phone number removed))
Closing date: Monday 14 September 2026, 11:59pm

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed