On-site Level 6 Project Management Apprentice

Atomic Weapons Establishment; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

270 hours annual leave + every other F

On-site training & development

Job summary

Atomic Weapons Establishment is offering a Level 6 Project Management Apprenticeship based in the Reading area, with on-site work at AWE Aldermaston and/or Burghfield as required. You will gain hands-on experience across major programmes, building skills in planning, risk management and stakeholder communication.

The scheme starts 1 September 2027 and runs for 48 months, with structured training, assessments and potential progression to Assistant Project Manager on completion.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including Maths and English.
• 3 A Levels at grade C or above in Maths, Science or IT, or an equivalent level
• T Level/ BTEC Extended Diploma or equivalent, plus Level 2 Maths & English (4/C or above).

Responsibilities

• Support a range of projects and learn how project management works.
• Develop planning, progress tracking and risk management skills.
• Communicate clearly, prioritise work and help teams meet deadlines.
• Learn how time, cost and quality are controlled in large projects.

Skills

IT proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisation

Leadership qualities

Problem solving

Customer service

MS Office

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths and English

3 A Levels in related subjects (Maths/Science/IT) or equivalent

BTEC / T Level equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Atomic Weapons Establishment is offering a Level 6 Project Management Apprenticeship based in the Reading area, with on-site work at AWE Aldermaston and/or Burghfield as required. You will gain hands-on experience across major programmes, building skills in planning, risk management and stakeholder communication.

The scheme starts 1 September 2027 and runs for 48 months, with structured training, assessments and potential progression to Assistant Project Manager on completion.