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: VAC2000049168)
Closing date: Monday 14 September 2026, 11:59pm

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