School Laboratory Technician Apprentice (Level 3), Mayfield School, Dagenham

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Update day: 02-06-2024

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Category: Pharmaceutical / Chemical / Biotech Science Labor

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Salary: £16,851 a year

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Location: Mayfield School, Pedley Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 1XE

Working for Mayfield School
At Mayfield School, we support and challenge one another to be the best we can be. This will look differently to each one of us in our community, which is why we work tirelessly with every single student so they can benefit fully from the opportunities we have on offer.
The Science Department is committed to ensuring that all students make rapid and sustained progress. The faculty aims to develop life-long learners with a thirst for knowledge and the creative skills to become Scientists for the 21st Century. Through continued promotion of scientific careers, educational trips and enrichment opportunities, we aim to ensure that a large number of our students are able to pursue careers in Science.

We are looking for an apprentice to come join us at the school, work with our experienced Science faculty and support the wider science team to develop their skills and knowledge. 

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 £16,851 per year (pro rota)
Please note this is a full-time working role to work during term time, with holidays expected to be taken during half term and school holidays with the odd exception.
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Workings hours are 37 hours per week (Mon to Fri 8.30am to 3.30pm)
  • Regular training and CPD opportunities

What will I be doing as an apprentice?

Under the supervision of the Senior Science Technician your role will be to co-ordinate the use of practical resources and facilities and provide assistance and advice in meeting the practical needs of the science curriculum, including liaising with teaching staff and support staff outside the department.

To ensure the maintenance of a healthy and safe working environment through:
  • To carry out health and safety and risk assessments relating to laboratory work and apply COSHH regulations and assessments.
  • To assist the Subject Leader/Senior Technician with the day-to-day organisation and development of trainee staff to ensure that essential performances standards are achieved.
  • To contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of specialist resources and/or long-term projects.
  • To support the Subject Leader/Senior Technician in ensuring the availability of suitable materials and equipment, helping to compile orders and liaising, or negotiating with suppliers and the Finance department. This will include sourcing, costing, and suggesting economic alternatives to maintain stock levels. Keeping up-to-date records of stock.
  • Under the overall guidance of the Senior Technician, to ensure that both routine and non-routine checking, cleaning, maintenance, calibration, testing and repairing of equipment are carried out to the required standard.
  • To assist in practical classes and carry out demonstrations.
  • To manage the preparation and maintenance of teaching resources for science staff.
  • To support extra-curricular activities providing equipment and advice, when needed.
  • To undertake regular safeguarding training to safeguard and protect all pupils that you teach and meet and to have a clear understanding of the Prevent agenda.
The Advanced Level Apprenticeship (Level 3 Laboratory Technician) provides individuals with a sound knowledge base that can support them in undertaking further learning and development of their careers.


What could the future look like?

When you join Mayfield School 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!

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

Experience
Whilst previous experience is great, we at Tiro are always open to wildcards. We’re not just interested in experience and qualifications; we’re looking for someone with the right attitude and aptitude to fit right in at Mayfield School.

Qualifications
It’s about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven 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!

About You

We’re looking for an individual who is committed to ensuring that every child at the school has access to the best possible education, by establishing positive relationships with pupils.
We require you to be organised and methodical to ensure you to identify work priorities and manage own workload within agreed parameters.
You’ll be a team player, working effectively as part of a team, and have the ability to converse at ease with colleagues and students.
Be prepared for a challenge as you take on activities to ensure the needs of the school are met, whilst standards are upheld to ensure the safety of your pupils, teachers, and working environment.
To succeed in this apprenticeship, you’ll need bags of enthusiasm, be a fantastic collaborator and be hungry to learn!
We’re always open to wildcards. Even if this doesn’t sound quite like you, but you still think you could do a great job in the role, get in touch. We’re always open to wildcards.
Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

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 Mayfield School 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!

Want to know more. Check out the apprenticeship standards here.



Eligibility
There are some minimum requirements you’ll need to meet in order to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government.
You’ll need to be 18 +, not in full time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK.
If you don’t quite meet these minimum requirements yet, let us know you’re interested here and we’ll get in touch to discuss this further with you.
Please note a full DBS check is required so any unspent convictions must be declared on your application.


About Tiro

We’re Tiro (pronounced ‘Tea-ro’ as in white, two sugars).
In Latin, it means novice, recruit, apprentice, beginner and soldier. The perfect name for a company that’s been helping fearless apprentices to join ambitious businesses since 2005.

We believe that great apprenticeships help everyone. There are remarkable apprentices out there just waiting to be found, and fantastic employment opportunities waiting to be filled.

Our work will never be just about getting bums on seats and pocketing our commission. In our own small way, we’re helping to change the world – finding people that are working on COVID vaccines, finding new ways for technology to help humanity and helping to tackle the big issues of the day, like climate change. As well as helping people – young and old – to find their way.
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Deadline: 17-07-2024

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