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. Entry requirement 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. 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
Why being onsite will support your development
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.
The key skills we’re looking for
- 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.
Where this apprenticeship could take you
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.
We are AWE. We're a team of remarkable people achieving an extraordinary mission: keeping the nation safe and secure. Our work is critical. We are responsible for delivering the next warhead for the UK's nuclear deterrent; working at the forefront of nuclear technologies that keep the nation safe. AWE’s support for the government’s strategy takes many facets: from supporting the weapon programme for the nuclear deterrent, supporting the UK’s counter terrorist programme, identifying where there may be nuclear tests taking place around the world, and building an expert group of individuals in order to give the UK real depth in nuclear science and technology.
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HR - Level 3 Apprenticeship in Reading employer: Prospects
Join a dynamic and rapidly growing manufacturing business in Liverpool, where you will have the opportunity to shape the finance function within a state-of-the-art facility. The company fosters a culture of continuous improvement and offers significant career progression, making it an excellent employer for ambitious finance professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment.
