Tiro is the number one training provider for Science and Technology Apprenticeships

Apprentices

For fearless scientists in the making who want to get out of the classroom. Apprenticeships are a great alternative to further and higher education and can kick-start a rewarding career

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Employers

We’ve been helping hungry apprentices to join ambitious businesses since 2005. Apprenticeships can deliver enormous value to your business and will deliver a great return on your investment.

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Billy Walton – Materials Technician Apprentice

Balfour Beatty has been very supportive and accommodating, they made sure throughout my apprenticeship I received all the time and help I needed, with things like evidence gathering, competencies and such like.

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Lucy Drudge – Business Administration

I love the event organisation part of my role, so I’m keen to specialise in events after my apprenticeship. I am now much more confident talking to new people. The experience I have gained here has been brilliant, and really prepared me for that next step.

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Andrew Pearse – Laboratory Technician

I would recommend doing an apprenticeship if you are a hands-on learner, as every day you’ll be getting stuck into the job you are here to do while learning and gaining qualifications.

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Balfour Beatty has been very supportive and accommodating, they made sure throughout my apprenticeship I received all the time and help I needed, with things like evidence gathering, competencies and such like.

Billy Walton

Materials Technician Apprentice

86%

of science and technology organisations have a skills gap

76%

of science and technology organisations are unable to recruit staff with the necessary skills

£19,000

average starting salary of an apprentice

71%

of apprentices are retained within organisations after 3 years

74%

growth of degree apprenticeship uptake year on year

50%

of graduates leave within the first year

News and Upcoming Events

A Wave of Change: Water Management Innovations in UK Biomedical Labs

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

The Growing Importance of Data

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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.

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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!

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Making Sure Science & Tech Apprenticeships Are A Win-Win

One of Tiro’s driving philosophies is that everything we do should be driven by a win-win solution as the outcome. This means we look for solutions that create value for all involved. We strive to find ways to improve our offer to benefit employers and apprentices in this specialised market.

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5 top tips from Tiro for surviving lockdown

Tiro joined Cognassist during lockdown #1 and have focused on supporting both learners and staff throughout this tumultuous time. Read on to learn 5 top tips for surviving lockdown.

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What does it take to be an Apprenticeship mentor?

In the 2015 budget, the government announced a commitment to boosting productivity by investing in people by helping develop vocational skills and increasing the quantity and quality of apprenticeships – the Apprenticeship Levy came into force in 2017, alongside other reforms that put employers at the centre.

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We want to work with partner organisations to be part of maintaining standards and ensuring, together, we’re building a highly skilled future workforce for science and technology.

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