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Physics Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3 Advanced)

  • AWE
  • Reading, West Berkshire
  • £16750 per annum
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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.

  • GMFJ Reference
    253960
  • Wages
    £16,750 p/a
  • Hours
    37.50 per week
  • Date Posted
    10/09/2024
  • Start Date
    04/08/2025
  • Approx. Duration
    2 years

  • Location
    Reading
  • Status
    Now Taking Applications
  • Sector
    Laboratory Technician
  • Opportunity Type
    Advanced Level 3
  • Employer
    AWE

Description

Start Date – August 2025.

Duration – 2 years

Location – Reading / Basingstoke area


About AWE

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.

Start an extraordinary career at AWE; grow your skills, learn from industry experts and become part of a community at one of the most unique companies in the UK.


About The Role

As a Physics Laboratory Technician Apprentice, you will spend the first few weeks of your apprenticeship within AWE’s Skills Academy before moving out into placements within the business. Experimental Physics at AWE involves the study of unusual materials in extreme conditions. Placements range from working with high power lasers to diagnosing high explosives.

During the time in placements, you will undertake and complete various laboratory-based projects which will enable you to develop a complete set of skills and knowledge required to work successfully at AWE.


During your apprenticeship journey, you will learn the following skills:

· Preparing and setting up optical equipment

· Assembly and metrology of complex physics experiments

· Operating diagnostic equipment

· Use of specialist laboratory equipment

· Checking and reporting of results

· Laboratory safety

· Handling of hazardous substances – awareness of radioactive and explosive materials

· Quality and its application in a laboratory environment

· Customer service skills

In addition, you will also be given the opportunity for personal development through activities such as team building challenges, organisational awareness presentations, health and safety workshops and charity projects.

A part of this role will require wearing Health and Safety equipment such as a respirator. Therefore, successful candidates will need to undergo a medical assessment for suitability for the position within the required parameters for the health and safety equipment’s requirements.


The Benefits

· AWE offer apprentices a starting salary of £16,750, increasing annually throughout your apprenticeship

· Market leading contributory pension scheme

· Generous holiday entitlement 270 hours a year (inclusive of Bank Holidays) plus every other Friday off

· Access to employee discounts portal, everyday savings on retail, hospitality and leisure.

· Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services

Alongside these benefits you will get the opportunity to learn from some of the top leaders in their field whilst helping AWE to continue to deliver national nuclear security, threat reduction and counter-terrorism solutions.


Recruitment Process

AWE recruit on a rolling basis which means as soon as the positions have been filled, the scheme will close to new applications. So, please apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out!

These roles are governed by Health and Safety at Work Regulations and require all candidates to have an Occupational Health pre-employment medical held at AWE which follows the initial selection process. All candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.

Their ambition is to create workplaces where they recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and employees feel able to be themselves at work. AWE strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants.

Any inclusion information you provide will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.


Contact AWE

If you have questions during the application process, please reach out to the Early Careers Team at EarlyCareers@awe.co.uk

For more information about this vacancy please contact GetMyFirstJob Recruitment on opportunities@getmyfirstjob.co.uk (Ref ID: 253960)

Company website : https://www.awe.co.uk/careers/early-careers/apprenticeships/

About You

· Excellent team working skills

· Good communication skills

· Awareness of health and safety

· The ability to follow instructions

· The ability to concentrate for long periods

· A real passion for this type of work

· Computer literate particularly with MS Office (Excel, PowerBI, and Power Point)

Entry Requirements

· 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including Maths, English and Science

· Applicants must be aged 18 or over, as of 31st August 2025 due to security clearance requirements

· You must be a British National to apply for a role with AWE

Opportunities with AWE

What if one could work on something that couldn't be tested but could not afford to fail? Imagine spending years on a submarine, launching it into outer space where temperatures plummet to below -250°C, and having it hurtle through the atmosphere, heating up and shaking, yet it must still function. Such a challenge awaits the world-class team at AWE. The work they undertake is truly unique, just like the individuals who comprise their ranks. AWE boasts some of the best talent in the business, and its people are undoubtedly its most cherished asset. They tirelessly strive to attract, motivate, develop, and retain top-notch talent, ensuring their team possesses the necessary skills for the future.

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