Medical Laboratory Assistant Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship offers a chance to work in a stimulating and dynamic environment within the Cellular Therapy Laboratory at The Royal Marsden NHS Trust, a leading cancer centre in Europe.

What You'll Do

Under the supervision of the Head/Deputy Head of the Cellular Therapy Laboratory, your responsibilities will include:

• Working in clean-room environments, adhering to strict aseptic procedures and laboratory standards.
• Performing routine laboratory tasks, such as running controls and full blood counts.
• Supporting stem cell processing and the storage of cryopreserved stem cell products.
• Assisting with the maintenance, cleaning, and monitoring of laboratories, clean rooms, and cryogenic storage facilities.
• Responding to enquiries and supporting the daily operations of the service.
• Working safely within the scope of your role and seeking advice when needed.
• Carrying out duties across laboratory, clean-room, storage, and office environments, which may involve some physical tasks and regular movement between departments and clinical areas.

What Happens at the End

Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you will benefit from a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities, and clear career pathways.

Skills You'll Develop

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical thinking
• Team working
• Initiative

Qualifications

• Essential: Minimum of 4 GCSEs, including Maths and English (grade C/4 or above), or equivalent.

Key Details

• Wage: £30,630 per year
• Working Hours: 37 hours per week
• Duration: 2 Years
• Start Date: 2026-12-01
• Closing Date: 2026-10-27
• Apprenticeship Standard: Laboratory technician (level 3)
• Training Provider: I & F LIMITED