HR – Level 3 Apprenticeship
AWE · Hybrid
Why this role matters
Help support the people who help AWE deliver its mission. You’ll gain experience across People, Culture and Communication teams, learning how HR supports employees, managers, recruitment, development, reward and workplace queries.
£16,750 salary, increasing to £24,500 in Year 2 | 18-month apprenticeship plus End Point Assessment | 9-day working fortnight
Security clearance
You must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role and work in designated areas.
Working pattern
Usually based at Green Park, Reading, with an expectation to work onsite three days a week during the apprenticeship.
Key dates
Applications close: 8 November 2026 | Assessment centre: 10 December 2026 | Start date: 1 September 2027
What happens after you apply
1. Online application – Submit one apprenticeship application before the role closes.
2. Online testing – If eligible, you’ll complete numerical, verbal, logical and cognitive reasoning assessments. Practice materials will be available.
3. Assessment centre – Successful candidates will be invited to an in-person assessment centre, currently scheduled for 10 December 2026.
4. Offer, medical and clearance – If successful, you’ll move into the offer, medical and security-clearance stages ahead of joining on 1 September 2027.
Applications close on 8 November 2026, but we review applications as they come in — so we strongly encourage you to apply early.
Perks & benefits
Skills required
Communication: You can listen carefully, share information clearly and support people with different needs.
Organisation: You can plan your work, manage information and keep track of tasks.
Teamwork: You enjoy working with others to support a shared goal.
Professionalism: You understand the importance of confidentiality, accuracy and following instructions.
Qualifications required
5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including Maths and English. Applicants must be British Nationals and aged 18 or over by 31 August 2027.
Training you'll get
Being onsite helps you learn from experienced colleagues. Working regularly at Green Park will help you build relationships across HR teams, understand how the business operates and access support as you develop.
Future prospects
After completing your apprenticeship, you could move into roles such as HR Coordinator, HR Advisor, HR Associate, Reward Advisor, HR Analyst or HR Advisor Onboarding, depending on business need and your interests.
The essentials
Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.
Training provider
Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.
