Facilities Management – Level 4 Apprenticeship

Job description

Why this role matters

Help keep AWE's workplaces safe, secure and well-run. You'll learn how buildings and facilities are managed, supporting inspections, emergency exercises, work requests and teams who rely on safe, effective working environments.

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

Onsite apprenticeship based at AWE Aldermaston and/or Burghfield, with every other Friday off.

Key dates

Applications close: 22 November 2026 | Assessment centres: 14 and 21 January 2027 | Start date: 1 September 2027

Why being onsite will support your development

This is an onsite apprenticeship. Being onsite will help you understand how facilities operate day to day, build relationships with building users and learn directly from experienced teams.

The key skills we're looking for

Organisation: You can plan your work and decide which tasks need to be completed first.

Communication: You can work with different teams and respond helpfully to internal customers.

Attention to detail: You understand that safety, security and quality requirements matter.

Adaptability: You are flexible and able to respond to changing priorities or practical challenges.

Where this apprenticeship could take you

When you complete your apprenticeship, you could move into a Facilities Management role, using your knowledge to support AWE's buildings, work with the people based in them and contribute ideas that improve how AWE operates.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Reading

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-10-2026

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English