Job Description

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for highly motivated people with a real passion for scienceand determined to learn. No prior experience is needed as we’llgive you all the training you need to succeed.You’ll need to be able to work well in a team, as well as independently and have excellent communication skills.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS:

You’ll need a good academic background to qualify for our apprentice program, including:

• 104 UCAS points at A-Level (grade BCC), one of which must be chemistry (or an equivalent scientific discipline).
• A minimum of 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at grades 9-5, including a Science, Maths and English Language (not Literature)
• As part of the requirement for this role you will need to apply and be accepted on to the University course after an offer has been made by RSSL

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS/WORK SCHEDULE:

You will be required to travel to the University site during your block release and for other agreed activities.

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RSSL is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

MORE ABOUT THIS ROLE

At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. RSSL is dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions andoutstanding customer service.
Recognised for our excellence, we were awarded CRO of the Year at the 2023 OBN Awards, and our apprentices have also received awards from the Royal Society of Chemistry and been shortlisted for Apprentice of the Year at the Thames Valley Awards.If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you!
Our Laboratory ScienceApprenticeship strikes the ideal balance between going to university and getting a job. You get to earn while you learn- backing up the classroom theory with practical training from industry experts. All in all, the perfect preparation for an incredible career with a fast-paced, diverse, and dynamic company.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

The Laboratory Scientist role is a 4 yearprogramme, which will require balancing work with learning. Your day-to-day work and training will be supported by studying towards a BSc Chemical Science degree with Manchester Metropolitan University (more information can be found here). The main learning will be completed once a week online, with a residential week once a year.
You will spend the first 24 months of the apprenticeship moving around different departments, and learning more about the specialisms of each team, to learn and carry out lab work. After 24 months, you’lljoin a specific department where you’ll continue to grow and develop your skills. To support your education, you will be eligible to utilise 20% of your time towards your studies. This could be one day a week, or you can save them up to use for revision and exams.
We have been recruiting apprentices since 2013, many of whom are still with the business. Each year we are recruit multiple apprentices, so you’ll get the chance to work and study together, across different functions and previous year groups.