Job Description

Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)

Salary: 24,340 per annum

(rising annually throughout the apprenticeship)

Contract Type: Fixed-Term, 24 months

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours

Location: Daresbury Laboratory, Keckwick Lane, Daresbury, WA4 4AD

Closing Date: Sunday, 2nd February 2026

Interview Date: Feb 2026 / Mar 2026

Start Date: September 2026

Are you organised, curious, and excited by the idea of supporting groundbreaking science and innovation? As an Apprentice Project Manager, you'll play a key role in helping teams deliver complex projects that drive progress in areas like data science, engineering, and advanced computing. This is a unique opportunity to develop core project management skills while working alongside experts in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you're ready to learn, lead, and grow within the world of science and technology, we'd love to hear from you.

About an Apprenticeship at STFC

We're looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals ready to develop their skills through formal training and hands-on experience. As an apprentice, you'll gain real-world experience, build technical and professional skills, and contribute to cutting-edge research and innovation in a dynamic, supportive environment.


You'll be fully supported throughout the programme with regular check-ins from a dedicated Apprenticeship Coordinator, structured training, practical experience, and mentorship from industry professionals. Plus, you'll have access to workshops, a peer network, and career development support, helping you feel confident and prepared for new challenges.

Why join the Digital Infrastructure team at STFC?

STFC's Digital Infrastructure department provides the infrastructure and enterprise services that underpin STFC's programme activities. The departments project portfolio includes projects across a number of disciplines including IT Security, Networks, Applications, Telephony, Cloud, Infrastructure, Data Management and High-Performance Computing.


The Digital Infrastructure Portfolio Office is responsible for managing these project activities. It is responsible for managing 20-30 projects each year plus ~2 multiyear programmes with spend of up to 20M. The average annual spend across the portfolio is ~ 5M per annum and they consume about 40% of the technical effort across the department.

Qualifications gained

Level 4 Associate Project Manager


Project Manager Qualification (PMQ)


Associate project manager / Skills England

What you'll learn:

Project Management Principles

: Understanding methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid approaches.

Project Lifecycle

: From initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, and closure.

Governance and Compliance

: Awareness of organizational policies, legal requirements, and ethical considerations.

Risk Management

: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks throughout the project.

Budgeting and Cost Control

: Basics of financial management, forecasting, and cost tracking.

Quality Management

: Ensuring deliverables meet agreed standards and stakeholder expectations.

Change Control

: Managing scope changes effectively without compromising project objectives.

Planning and Scheduling:

Creating realistic project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.

Stakeholder Management:

Engaging and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Leadership and Team Management:

Motivating teams, delegating tasks, and resolving conflicts.

Communication:

Clear written and verbal communication tailored to different audiences.

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:

Applying structured approaches to resolve issues.

Monitoring and Reporting:

Using tools and techniques to track progress and report accurately.

Training provider

Training Provider: Provek: Level 4 Associate Project Manager Programme | Provek Ltd


Delivery: Blended learning, Online monthly workshop sessions including one to one coaching and self-learning.

What You'll Be Doing

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Day-to-day responsibilities

Secretary of governance meetings including taking notes at these meetings Organisation of meetings / governance boards Data collation and review to support the PMO processes, including maintaining the report that shows resource allocation across the department Responsibility for managing the departments small works process including monitoring progress of active small works Review and management of risk registers and ensuring project RAID logs are maintained and up to date Supporting the project managers to help deliver the projects Maintaining the PMO SharePoint site Creation / maintenance of guidance documentation and maintaining project document templates

Entry Requirements

The below criteria will be scored during Shortlisting (S), Interview (I) or both (S&I).


We are looking for the following:


GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) (S) A level 3 qualification e.g. A-levels, BTEC, T-level or level 3 apprenticeship (S) An awareness of basic health and safety (I) Enthusiastic and motivated to learn, both in the workplace and through formal training (S&I) Enthusiastic and willing to learn about working in a project office environment (S&I) Stays organised by keeping track of tasks and managing time well (I) A team player who's also confident working independently (I)

Important Information

To complete the apprenticeship, you will need to evidence passes at 9-4 or A-C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English. For those sitting their GSCEs in Summer 2026, we would need evidence of your predicted grades.
When applying for an apprenticeship, there is a set residency eligibility criteria that must be met by the applicant. To check your eligibility please click here . The training provider will also ask you to complete an initial assessment during the application process. If you already have a qualification in this subject area or similar please include, as an attachment, your transcript outlining the grade/s achieved and modules covered. By applying for this apprenticeship, you are giving permission for your details to be shared with the relevant training provider.
We will be in touch after the closing date, however, please reach out on apprenticerecruitment@ukri.org if you have any questions.

Employee Benefits

Your salary will increase annually as you progress through your apprenticeship, in line with policy. 30 days holiday (in addition to 10.5 bank holidays and privilege days). Flexible working hours. An excellent defined average salary pension scheme. Easily accessible public transport links/ free parking. Excellent learning and development opportunities. Cycle to work scheme.
For a list of our full benefits, please visit here .



As this job does not fulfil the UK Government minimum criterion for obtaining sponsored migrant worker status we will be unable to apply for sponsorship for anyone not eligible to work in the UK. At interview, all shortlisted candidates are required to bring with them identification documents and original documents that prove they hold or can obtain the right to work in the UK. You can check your eligibility here: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa/y

How to apply

Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert.

Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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