Apprentice Laboratory Assistant
1 day ago
Middlesbrough
Join us as an Apprentice Laboratory Assistant and make an invaluable contribution to our Food Safety & Biosecurity! Use your passion for science and practical mindset to kickstart your career in a dynamic and varied work environment. You don’t need experience, just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn, and we’ll give you all the tools and resources you need. With on-the-job training in a leading science company, this is your chance to build new and valuable skills whilst gaining a recognised qualification; Level 4 (HNC) in Applied Sciences with Level 3 apprenticeship. Start date: August 2026 What you’ll be doing: • Based in Plant Protection supporting in the core laboratories., • Contribute towards pathogen diagnosis in the laboratory to support plant protection within the UK and overseas for both commercial and government., • Responding to emergency delivery needs as they arise., • Attending York College and University Centre one day a week (term time only)., • Working independently as well as part of a team., • A Level in Biology or Chemistry is preferred but not essential, or Level 3 science-based qualification, or relevant experience., • Strong IT skills., • The capability to work within deadlines., • Excellent communication skills and ability to follow instruction into practice., • Organised, determined and proactive approach to lab work and coursework., • Punctual and strong work ethic., • Competitive salary: £24,570, • You will receive a BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Applied Sciences (Biology Pathway) and Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship., • 25 days’ holiday with the opportunity to buy extra leave., • Flexible working hours, on-site gym, restaurant, and free parking., • The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice., • Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more., • Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology.