Level 4 Project Management Apprentice

Job Description

Level 4 Project Management Apprentice – Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC).

UKRI’s STFC is inviting applications for a fixed‑term apprenticeship (Level 4 Associate Project Manager). The role is based at Daresbury Laboratory, Keckwick Lane, Daresbury, WA4 4AD
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• Salary: £24,340 per annum [(rising annually throughout the apprenticeship)]
• Contract type: Fixed‑term, 24 months
• Hours: Full‑time, 37 hours per week
• Location: Daresbury Laboratory, Keckwick Lane, Daresbury, WA4 4AD
• Closing date: Sunday 2nd February 2026
• Interview date: Feb 2026 / Mar 2026
• Start date: September 2026

• Project Management Principles – understanding Waterfall, Agile and hybrid approaches.
• Project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Governance, compliance and risk management.
• Budgeting, cost control and quality management.
• Change control, planning, scheduling and stakeholder management.
• Leadership, team management and conflict resolution.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Problem‑solving, decision‑making, monitoring and reporting.

• Secretary of governance meetings, including note‑taking.
• Organisation of meetings and governance boards.
• Data collation and review to support PMO processes.
• Management of the department’s small‑works process and progress monitoring.
• Review and maintenance of risk registers and RAID logs.
• Support to project managers in project delivery.
• Maintenance of the PMO SharePoint site.
• Creation and maintenance of guidance documentation and project templates.

• GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above).
• A‑level 3 qualification (e.g., A‑levels, BTEC, T‑level or Level 3 apprenticeship).
• Awareness of basic health and safety.
• Enthusiastic and motivated to learn, both in the workplace and through formal training.
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn about working in a project office environment.
• Organised, with effective time‑management skills.
• Team player, confident working independently.

• Applicants must evidence GCSE +5 or A*‑C in Maths and English. Predicted grades for candidates sitting GCSEs in Summer 2026 are acceptable.
• Residency eligibility must be met; check eligibility here.
• Applicants will complete an initial assessment as part of the application process. Attach transcripts if a qualification has already been achieved.

• Annual salary progression in line with policy.
• 30 days holiday, plus 10.5 bank holidays and privilege days.
• Flexible working hours.
• Defined average salary pension scheme.
• Easy access to public transport and free parking.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.

Online applications only – submit a CV and a cover letter that clearly addresses the essential criteria. Include the job reference number in the filename or description of each document. Failure to provide a cover letter may result in the application not being considered.

UKRI commits to treating all applicants with dignity and respect, offering equal opportunities to thrive. Diversity of thought and experience is valued in inclusive groups and the wider community. For further information, visit ‘How we support EDI in the workforce’.

UKRI welcomes candidates of all abilities. If you opt into the disability confident scheme and meet the essential criteria, you will be shortlisted. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to support participation in the application and interview process.

The role requires appropriate level of security screening/vetting. UKRI reserves the right to conduct initial or repeated security checks during employment.