Skills 4 Pharmacy • London, London EN1 3JY

Labratory Technician Apprenticeship

About this role

(Enfield) Key

Duties (with training and supervision)

  • Receive and log incoming dental work and prescriptions
  • Prepare work for production (organising cases, tracking stages, meeting deadlines)
  • Assist with model work where required (e.g., trimming, articulation support)
  • Support Crown & Bridge production processes as skills develop (e.g., preparation tasks across the workflow)
  • Assist with finishing and polishing support under supervision
  • Carry out basic quality checks (presentation, completeness, basic fit checks on models where applicable)
  • Maintain a clean, organised work area and follow lab housekeeping procedures
  • Follow infection control, health & safety, and PPE requirements
  • Support packing, labelling, and preparing work for dispatch
  • Complete apprenticeship coursework and build portfolio evidence in line with deadlines

Skills & Qualities Needed

  • Good manual dexterity and attention to detail
  • Interest in science, design, or healthcare
  • Ability to follow precise instructions
  • Patience and focus
  • Basic IT skills (especially for digital dentistry)
  • Teamwork and communication skills

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm

Flexible arrangement available to make up 30 hours per week (agreed rota within the above hours)

Apprenticeship

You will undertake the Laboratory Technician apprenticeship (Dental Pathway) alongside on-the-job training in a dental laboratory environment.

Career Progression

After completing the apprenticeship, you can

  • Become a qualified Dental Technician

Specialise in areas like

  • Crown & bridge work
  • Orthodontics
  • Prosthetics (dentures)
  • Move into senior, supervisory, or lab management roles
  • Start your own dental lab businessTraining to be ProvidedLaboratory Technician Level 3

Apprenticeship Duration12 Months