The Project Management Apprenticeship is a Level 6 programme that spans 48 months, providing comprehensive training and development for aspiring project managers.
This is a four-year degree apprenticeship designed to give you real experience in managing projects that make a difference. You’ll learn on the job while working towards a recognised Project Management qualification and a degree, following the Project Manager Degree Apprenticeship standard.
Throughout the scheme, you’ll complete six 6-month placements and a final 12-month placement, giving you exposure to key areas such as Project Management, Project Controls, Risk Management, and Construction/Commissioning/Pre-Operations. This means you’ll see how projects are planned, monitored, and delivered from start to finish, and understand the different roles involved in making them successful.
If you enjoy taking responsibility, seeing tasks through to completion, and working with others to achieve results, this could be a great fit. You’ll work alongside industry experts, lead parts of projects, and learn how to deliver safely, on time, and within budget. Strong communication skills are essential because you’ll need to influence and motivate teams while meeting cost, time, quality, and safety standards.
Your progress will be assessed against government standards, and you’ll build an evidence portfolio of your learning and achievements. In the final six months, you’ll complete an independent assessment to show you have the knowledge, skills, and behaviours of a projects professional.
As a degree apprentice, you’ll be learning on the job while also studying towards your qualification. This means managing your time effectively is really important. You’ll need to stay organised, keep on top of your college work, and meet deadlines while gaining hands-on experience in the workplace. Being able to prioritise tasks and plan ahead will help you succeed and make the most of this opportunity.
During your apprenticeship, you’ll develop essential skills to work safely and effectively in a nuclear environment, including:
- Planning & Scheduling
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Risk Management
- Project Controls
- Stakeholder Management
- Influencing & Negotiation
- Presentation Skills
- Data Analysis
- Problem-Solving
- Use of Project Management Tools
- Industry Standards
- Time Management
In addition, you’ll achieve nationally recognised qualifications in:
- Level 6 ST0411 Project Manager (integrated degree) Apprenticeship
- Apprentices will achieve the Association for Project Management (APM) Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
- BSc Hons degree in Project Management
We’re looking for applicants who have a good level of:
- Communication
- Organisation
- Attention to detail
The qualifications you’ll need to have, or be predicted:
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade 4 (Grade C) in Mathematics, English Language & 1 Science or Engineering subject.
- Minimum of 96 UCAS Points, all A Level, T-level subjects considered.
- Vocational equivalents at level 3 or higher will also be considered.
If you’ve studied in Scotland:
- 5 National 5s at grade C or above including English, Maths (excluding application of Maths) and a Science
- Minimum of 63 UCAS points at Scottish Higher or 96 at Advanced Higher.
Please be aware that this role is subject to achieving security clearance. This role requires higher level of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 years of continuous residency in the UK. Factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the level of clearance you’re able to achieve.
- Application Closing Date: 15th February 2026
- Assessment: You will be issued an assessment to complete, the date you receive this will depend on when you apply. You will be given a deadline to complete this.
- National Apprenticeship Week: 9th – 15th February 2026
- In-Person Assessment Centre: Friday 20th March 2026
- Conditional Offers issued between April & May 2026
- Upon receiving an offer, you’ll be invited to attend a skills scan, this is a pre-requirement for your apprenticeship and will take place between May and July, you will be notified of the date upon receiving your conditional offer.
- Expected Start Date: 21st September 2026
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community. We select people according to their abilities and our needs. Please regularly check your emails (including any junk mail/spam folders) for correspondence related our apprenticeships, including assessment or interview invitations and any other type of correspondence relating to your application.
In the event of a high number of responses to any advert, we may close the advert early.
We are recognised as a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3). Disability Confident employers offer an interview to disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We define the minimum criteria as the ‘essential skills’ which are listed on the vacancy notice. Whilst completing your application form, you will be able to indicate if you wish to be considered under the disability confident scheme. If you would prefer to discuss this directly with us, please contact the GBS Recruitment team on recruitment@sellafieldcloud.co.uk.
- Salary of £23,917 in Year 1, rising to £26,583 in Year 2.
- On top of your annual salary, you’ll have the opportunity to benefit from an annual bonus, linked to company performance, of up to £4,000.
- We aim to strike a good work/life balance by offering 30 days annual leave with statutory public holidays on top. There is also the ability to purchase an additional 2.5 days leave on top.
- If you’re relocating here from more than 30 miles away, we’ll support you with a relocation allowance of £1,400 and give you plenty of information on the best areas to live and how to find a place too.
- We also offer an attractive defined contribution pension scheme – the company will match up to 13.5% for a 7% employee contribution.
- At the end of your apprenticeship and subject to there being a suitable vacancy, you’ll have the opportunity to be considered for a full time position with us.
- Other benefits include paid sick leave scheme, cycle to work scheme, family friendly policies, welfare & employee assistance programme, employee savings & discounts, plus many others.
- Plan Before You Apply – When you click ‘Apply for Job’, review the application form carefully. Note the key questions and minimum response requirements. Draft your answers offline first to ensure they’re well thought out, rather than rushing through the form.
- Include Skills We’re Looking For – refer your responses back to the Project Management apprenticeship and the skills we’re looking for.
- Include All Qualifications – Make sure every qualification you’ve achieved is listed. Before submitting, double-check each section to confirm nothing is missing.
- Prepare Your Documents – If you’ve already achieved your qualifications, have digital copies ready to upload. This will save time and help you complete your application smoothly.
