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Andy Shufflebotham – From Warehouse Manager to Laboratory Technician at Phosphonics

Andy Shufflebotham began his career at Phosphonics as a Warehouse Manager, but over time, his responsibilities shifted toward more hands-on technical work in the lab. Encouraged by his CEO to formalise his growing skills, Andy enrolled in a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with Tiro.

RSK x Tiro: Building a Skilled Workforce for the Future

The Challenge: Finding & Developing Specialist Talent When you’re a leader in environmental, engineering, and technical services, you need a workforce that’s as precise, innovative, and driven as the projects you take on. For RSK and its specialist division, Structural Soils, that meant finding and developing skilled lab technicians to handle complex geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigations. With multiple departments and a rapidly evolving industry, securing the right talent was a top priority.

AkzoNobel x Tiro: Developing the Future of Coatings Technology

The Challenge: Finding & Developing Specialist Talent When you’re a global leader in paints and coatings, innovation never stops. AkzoNobel depends on highly skilled lab technicians to push the boundaries of sustainability, durability, and quality. But in a niche field like coatings technology, finding and developing the right talent isn’t easy.

Fire Protection Association x Tiro: Building the Future of Fire Safety

The Pivotal Role of Data Literacy in the Modern World: Insights from JP, Director of Insights at Spotify

The Growing Importance of Data

The Tiro Apprenticeships: Crafting Future Leaders in Uk’s Science and Technology Sectors

In the Uk’s dynamic job market, apprenticeships are increasingly recognised as pivotal in developing skilled professionals, especially in science and technology. A study by the Department of Education reveals that over 90% of apprentices in the UK continue their employment or continue their education after completing their apprenticeship. Tiro’s apprenticeships are aligned with this national trend, offering a blend of practical training and academic study that prepares individuals for the unique challenges of the modern workforce.

Tiro Open Day (Sat) – Discover Degree Apprenticeships

Past Event: Unveiling the Future: Join Tiro's Open Day! Discover degree apprenticeships, hear from our learners, and engage in an interactive Q&A with our experts. Don’t miss out!

Tiro Open Day – Discover Degree Apprenticeships

Past Event: Unveiling the Future: Join Tiro's Open Day! Discover degree apprenticeships, hear from our learners, and engage in an interactive Q&A with our experts. Don’t miss out!

7 Key Qualities Employers Look For In A Lab Tech Apprentice

Employers want you to have certain qualities, regardless of what your chosen career might be. These 7 key qualities can help you when completing your apprenticeship application with Tiro, during your interview with your employer, and throughout your lab technician apprenticeship itself.

Succession Planning: The Key To Staff Retention

Constant turnover of mid-level staff and an ageing senior-level workforce? Here’s how to grow a team vital to the long-term success of your organisation.

Press Release

Our new name is 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.

The Elephant In The Room: Is There Scientific Snobbery Surrounding Apprenticeships?

The 80’s misconception that apprentices aren’t smart enough to stay in school is outdated and nothing but damaging to apprentices and companies missing out on burgeoning talent.