Apprentice Laboratory Technician

Preparation of materials and equipment for science practical work, cleaning, storing and disposal upon completion. Preparing solutions, assembling apparatus, delivering equipment and materials to science laboratories as requested. Collecting materials and equipment from laboratories after use, checking and safe storage. Disposal of used or unwanted materials in a safe manner in accordance with all applicable legislation. Completing basic repairs to laboratory equipment or arranging for repairs to be carried out by qualified and experienced external suppliers when required. Ensuring all laboratory equipment is in a good state of repair, checked regularly and stored safely in accordance with requirements. Constructing or modifying equipment under the direction of science teaching staff to meet with the trialling of new practical science activities to meet curricular requirements. Assisting science teachers in the classroom in delivering practical activities.

Training:
On site training

Training Outcome:
On completion of this course, you will be a fully qualified laboratory technician.

Employer Description:
Hill House is the leading co-educational, independent school in the area, situated on the borders of South Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire. It is an exciting and expanding school of some 850 children from age 3 to 18, where teachers can teach and children can learn. The school was founded in 1912 and occupies a splendid site between Bawtry and Doncaster.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative