Joost - Apprentice 2

Project Management

Level 6 Degree Apprentice
Hear more about this programme from one of our current Apprentices. Find out what you need to succeed and why this programme could be right for you.

Are you the kind of person who thrives on tackling challenges head-on? Do you relish the opportunity to take the reins and drive success in your domain?
As a project management apprentice your problem-solving, planning, organizational, leadership, management, and communication skills are celebrated.
In this role, you'll collaborate with teams armed with the skills, qualifications, experience, and knowledge needed to conquer challenges and achieve goals. This is a chance to lead, collaborate, and thrive in an environment with clearly defined reporting lines, roles, responsibilities, and you will have the authority to make a real impact.

LocationLondon, Manchester and Cambridge
Programme Duration42 months
Qualification & LevelBSc Honours degree in Project Management
Working hoursApprentices will work a 40-hour working week Monday to Friday
Office TypeCorporate Office
Training BreakdownBlended and Work-based Learning. Including, Face to Face workshops, digital learning and self-study.
Required Skills & Qualifications

For the apprenticeship programme we prioritise applicants eligible to government funding for their apprenticeship and for this you need to:

  • Be 18 years or over before the start date
  • Have the right to live and work in England (if you are on a visa, this needs to enable you to legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme).
  • Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years
  • Be a resident of the UK for the entire duration of the programme
  • Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2025 or later
  • Have at least 5 GCSEs C grade (grade 4) or above including Maths and English
  • Have 3 A levels or equivalent qualifications at grade C or above

PLEASE NOTE: This position is a 42 month fixed-term contract.

You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.

What are the core components of this apprenticeship?

During your apprenticeship, you will acquire valuable skills and knowledge, including:

Team Collaboration: Learning how to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders to achieve project goals.
Risk Analysis and Mitigation: Identifying potential project risks and developing strategies to mitigate them.
Resource Allocation: Skilfully managing project resources, such as budget, time, and personnel.
Strategic Planning: Developing the ability to create and execute project plans aligned with an organization's objectives.
Quality Control: Ensuring the delivery of high-quality project results through rigorous quality control and assurance processes.

What will I learn as I progress through my course?

  • You will support and lead projects, with the opportunity to innovate from day 1.
  • Identifying project goals, objectives, and stakeholders.
  • Creating project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
  • Leading and collaborating with project teams to accomplish project milestones.
  • Analysing potential risks and implementing mitigation measures.
  • Keeping a close eye on project progress and providing regular updates to stakeholders.
  • Tackling unexpected challenges and finding creative solutions to ensure project success.
  • Utilizing data to make informed decisions and track project performance.

What qualifications will I gain?

BSc Honours degree in Project Management

What are my career prospects after graduating?

Your journey as a Project management Apprentice opens the door to a world of exciting career prospects. This qualification can be used across various sectors, You'll have the skills and knowledge to explore or progress towards high-level roles in many sectors including:

Project Manager; Senior Project Manager; Programme Manager; Project Management Office (PMO) Manager; Strategic Planner; Risk Management Specialist; Project Management Consultant

Meet a current Project Management Degree Apprentice

Application Process and Timeline

Online application
Upload your CV, fill in your details, answer the eligibility questions and complete a short online assessment

(Applications for this role have now closed)
Game-based assessment
Complete a series of short game-based tasks designed to identify your strengths and assess your suitability for the role
Video Interview
Video interview to tell us about your background, motivations, knowledge, skills and interests
Virtual / Onsite Assessment Centre
Assessment centres include: a group exercise, presentation and individual interviews

(Assessment centres for this role are expected to take place between Feb - May 2025)
Offer
If successful we will extend you an offer to join our programmes and our recruitment teams will send you a contract of employment
Onboarding process
Our recruitment teams will complete the necessary background checks, register you with the programme training provider and obtain any personal information needed to begin your employment
Start
You'll then be ready to join us on your Apprenticeship programme

(The start date for this programme is September 2025)
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