Forensic Toxicology Apprentice (BSc Degree Apprenticeship)

Closing Date:  30th April 2026

Interview Dates:   26-29th May 2026

We are currently recruiting for a Forensic Toxicology Apprentice to join our fantastic team at our site based in Feltham and it is a truly exciting time to begin your career with our first-class business.

The Forensic Toxicology Apprentice role is a 4 year programme which will require balancing work with learning. Your day-to-day work and training will be supported by studying towards a fully funded BSc Chemical Science degree at 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.

Your day-to-day role will start with the receipt registration and sample preparation of forensic exhibits. You will then progress over your 4 year course into working in different areas within the toxicology laboratory gaining skills in different extraction methods analytical instrumentation and processing of case data.

If you are passionate about a rewarding career in Forensic testing and want to gain vital experience whilst obtaining your degree then this is a great opportunity to join a well-established and successful market-leading company with over 30 years experience in providing Forensic Services to the Police forces of England and Wales as well as other commercial organisations and public sector bodies.

Due to the highly sensitive nature of the work applicants should note that security clearance is required for this role. To gain security clearance you must have five years continuous residency in the UK. Security clearance is undertaken by a third party to police personnel vetting standards (NPPV/3 and SC) as such any criminal convictions may prevent you from gaining security clearance. Further information on the security clearance process and requirement can be found at In addition all successful applicants may be required to undertake drug and alcohol testing prior to and during their employment.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

The successful candidate will be expected to complete all required assignments and off-the-job learning during your 20% dedicated study time. You will keep accurate records of your studies and liaise with your skills coach and mentor to ensure progress on your course is addition to your studies you will be responsible for carrying out scheduled tasks in a timely manner in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Health and Safety requirements.

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

You will be accountable for continuity of items when working on them ensuring sample integrity and chain of custody are maintained.

Qualifications :

The Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for someone who is interested in starting a career in Forensic Toxicology. No prior experience is needed as full training will be provided alongside your academic learning during your apprenticeship.

Entry Criteria

You will 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) or an equivalent Level 3 qualification.
• A minimum of 5 GCSEs (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 EFS.

Additional Information :

In return for your hard work and loyal service we will offer you genuine career and salary progression through our Career Pathways programme a competitive salary and a selection of employee benefits via our flexible benefits menu which includes cycle to work give as you earn volunteering days buy and sell addition we also offer the following:

• Life Assurance (3 times annual salary)
• Scottish Widows Company Pension Plan
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing to a maximum of 30 days)
• Employee length of service awards and yearly recognition schemes celebrating work anniversaries here at EFS
• Employee technology scheme  
• Discount vouchers and flexi reward points on our employee wellness hub
• Everyone who joins EFS will have access to Perkbox allowing you to save money all year round on a wide range of perks such as supermarket savings days out or your daily coffee
• Learning and study support
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan membership
• Enhanced company sick maternity and paternity pay scheme
• Refer a friend scheme
• Subscription to mental health support and wellbeing
• Free on-site car parking provided

Due to the highly sensitive nature of the work applicants should note that security clearance is required for this role. To gain security clearance you must have five years continuous residency in the UK. Security clearance is undertaken by a third party to police personnel vetting standards (NPPV/3 and SC) as such any criminal convictions (including criminal convictions held by: you your partner parents siblings children (over the age of 10) and anyone living with you (who doesnt fit these relationships)) may prevent you from gaining security clearance. Further information on the security clearance process and requirement can be found at In addition all successful applicants may be required to undertake drug and alcohol testing prior to and throughout their employment.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract