Laboratory Technician Apprentice (Level 3), Notedome, Coventry

Department: Science

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: West Midlands

Compensation: £16,000 / year

Description

Why compromise, when you can optimise!

Location: Binley Industrial Estate, Coventry, CV3 2RT

Working for Notedome:

The company, today known as Notedome Limited, concentrate on supplying high-performance polyurethane cast elastomer systems for a wide variety of applications in numerous industries and can fine-tune urethane chemistry to meet the requirements of most markets.

The Package:

At Tiro, we make great things happen for people. And that starts with you. In this role you’ll receive:

• Starting salary of £16,000 per annum.
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays. 
• Working hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30AM - 3:30PM. 
• Regular training and CPD opportunities.

What will I be doing as an Apprentice?

This apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to conduct experiments that contribute to quality control, research and development.

You'll perform quantitative and qualitative analyses, laboratory tests and measurements, and write reports detailing the procedures carried out.

Key responsibilities: 

• Test the quality of products to make sure that they meet standards and specifications.
• Set up and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Conduct and support scientific investigations and experiments.
• Prepare chemical solutions, lab size batches of current or new formulations.
• Record, compile, and interpret results of chemical and physical experiments, tests, and analyses for a variety of purposes.
• Order and maintaining stock and resource.

What could the future look like?

When you join Notedome, the possibilities for your success are limitless. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position within the company at the conclusion of your apprenticeship. Through practical training on the job, you will acquire new skills and gain the competence and responsibility required for laboratory testing. This apprenticeship program serves as a stepping-stone towards a rewarding career in laboratory testing, with the added opportunity for the apprentice to become a registered Science technician (RSci Tech). This program unlocks a multitude of career paths, granting you access to diverse organisations across various sectors. Whether it's the chemical and pharmaceutical industries (primary and secondary), biotechnology companies, nuclear enterprises, analytical science services, or educational institutions, the doors are wide open. This apprenticeship can also help pave the way for further educational and professional advancement. You may choose to pursue higher-level qualifications through one of our Degree Apprenticeships such as Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Applied Bioscience or Applied Chemical Science. Rest assured, your hard work and determination will not go unnoticed!

So how does the apprenticeship work?

At Tiro we’re obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can’t wait to have you on board. Over 21 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Notedome, who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.  Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you’ll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment. The best part? You’ll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme!   
Requirements

Qualifications:  It’s about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who have drive to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don’t already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role!    Experience: Whilst previous experience is great, we at Tiro are always open to wildcards. We’re not just interested in experience and qualifications; we