HR Apprenticeship (Level 3) – Start a Public Service Career

Atomic Weapons Establishment; Reading; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary progression to 24,500 in Year 2

Pension scheme

270 hours holiday + extra Friday off

Discounts portal

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health Services

Job summary

Atomic Weapons Establishment in Reading is offering an 18-month HR Apprenticeship (Level 3 – Advanced). You’ll rotate across HR teams, gaining hands-on experience in case management, recruitment, reward and development activities while working in a large, safety-conscious environment.

The role is based at Green Park, Reading, with three on-site days per week. The apprenticeship runs from 1 September 2027, with a progression to a higher salary in Year 2 and ongoing salary increases subject to

Qualifications

• PC literate and capable of using common office software.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Health and safety awareness is required.
• Ability to follow instructions and concentrate for long periods.
• Passion for HR and people development.

Responsibilities

• Case management—support investigations, absence management, and disciplinary matters.
• Reward and recognition processes linked to pay and benefits.
• Recruitment support for internal and external vacancies.
• HR Business Partners—assist across business areas.
• Learning and Development support for employee training.
• HR Help Desk— respond to general HR questions.

Skills

PC literate

Good communication

Team working

Health and safety aware

Follow instructions

Concentration

Passion for profession

Education

5 GCSEs (Maths & English)

Job description

Atomic Weapons Establishment in Reading is offering an 18-month HR Apprenticeship (Level 3 – Advanced). You’ll rotate across HR teams, gaining hands-on experience in case management, recruitment, reward and development activities while working in a large, safety-conscious environment.

The role is based at Green Park, Reading, with three on-site days per week. The apprenticeship runs from 1 September 2027, with a progression to a higher salary in Year 2 and ongoing salary increases subject to