Human Resources Support Apprenticeship - Level 3 - BBC Studios – London/Salford – EXTEND
Contract Type: Fixed‑Term Apprenticeship, Full‑time for 18 months
Department: Corporate Functions HR Team
Location: London – Television Centre, Salford – Media City Studios
Salary: £22,950 (+ £5,441 London Weighting)
This role is advertised as part of our BBC Extend programme for disabled people. To apply you should identify as deaf, disabled or neuro‑divergent and must meet either the definition of disability in the Equality Act (2010) or the definition in the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) if applying in Northern Ireland. You are broadly defined as disabled if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long‑term negative effect on your ability to do normal daily activities.
We are committed to making the application process as accessible as possible. If you need adjustments or access requirements, contact the Early Careers Recruitment team and choose the ‘Reasonable Adjustments’ option. We also provide adjustments through our BBC Access and Disability Service, which supports you throughout your employment.
Find more information on the BBC Extend programme here.
WE ARE BBC STUDIOS
A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the world’s most sought‑after TV, audio and digital content. Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful, entertaining and inspiring stories for people all around the world.
COULD A BBC APPRENTICESHIP BE THE NEXT ROLE FOR YOU?
Join us as an apprentice and kick‑start a career you’ll love. We’re committed to your skills and talent development. You’ll learn on‑the‑job, developing knowledge and skills in an area that interests you, while working toward an apprenticeship qualification with a learning provider.
WHY JOIN THIS SCHEME?
Behind every great programme and team at the BBC is a trusted Human Resources (HR) Support network. As an HR Support apprentice, you’ll play a crucial role in the BBC, gaining skills to build a rewarding career in people management. If you’re a people‑person with a genuine interest in supporting others and making the BBC a safe, fulfilling place to work, the HR Support Level 3 apprenticeship is for you!
To find out more about the schemes we offer, register for one of our webinars here.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM?
Corporate Functions: The Corporate Functions HR team at BBC Studios supports key areas such as Finance, Strategy and Communications, providing HR guidance to around 1,500 employees. Our HR and Associate HR Business Partners work closely with leaders to drive engagement, transformation and inclusion. We’re people‑focused and proud to deliver initiatives that support growth and success across the business.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT
* Work alongside a dedicated HR team within the BBC, learning the ins and outs of their processes.
* Provide support to colleagues and contribute to making the BBC a great place to work.
* Assist with day‑to‑day HR tasks, which will vary depending on the team you are placed into.
* Develop strong communication and organisation skills, which will set you up perfectly for a career in HR or allow you to transfer these skills to another area.
You’ll study for your industry‑recognised apprenticeship qualification, learning both on‑ and off‑the‑job. This means you’ll spend at least one day a week studying for a Level 3 Human Resources Support apprenticeship with our learning provider, using its virtual delivery platform.
For more information on the apprenticeship standard you will be studying, visit this link.
YOUR SKILLS AND ELIGIBILITY
We’re interested in your passion for working at the BBC and your enthusiasm for delivering world‑class content and operational excellence to our audiences. We’re not focused on your qualifications; instead, we look for potential and want you to apply your transferable strengths and experience.
If you can bring the following skills and experiences, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply:
* Motivation – A genuine interest in helping people and supporting teams matters. Show us why you want to build a career in HR and how you care about people’s experiences, specifically at the BBC.
* Communication – Clear, respectful and approachable communication keeps things running smoothly. Demonstrate how you listen well and express yourself effectively.
* Organisation – Keeping records accurate and handling processes efficiently is key. We want to see your attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
* Discretion – You may be dealing with sensitive information, so trustworthiness and confidentiality are needed. Show that you understand the importance of keeping things private.
* Adaptability – HR work can change quickly depending on the team’s needs. Being flexible matters.
This scheme is aimed at non‑graduates. If you have a degree and are interested in similar roles at the BBC, we recommend applying for jobs at the BBC careers site or exploring other apprenticeship schemes.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
* Be 18 years old or over by the time the apprenticeship begins in September 2026.
* Have lived in the UK continuously for the last 3 years prior to the start of the apprenticeship.
* Be legally eligible to work full‑time in the UK for the entire duration of the apprenticeship.
* Not currently be enrolled in another apprenticeship programme, whether with the BBC or another organisation.
* Not already hold a qualification in the same subject area (Human Resources) at the same or a higher level than this apprenticeship (e.g., a degree related to HR or CIPD Level 3/5/7).
* Identify as disabled under the Equality Act.
To apply for this scheme, you must also:
* Have achieved Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above, or National 5 (Scotland) at C or above, or an equivalent qualification.
READY TO APPLY?
Don’t leave yourself wondering “what if?” This could be your chance to be part of something exciting. Click ‘Apply Now’!
You will create a candidate profile and answer a few questions – no CV or cover letter needed.
If you’re eligible, we’ll guide you through the next steps of the process and what to expect.
You’ll need to live within a commutable distance of where this role is based. Interested in a different location? Check out our other adverts – but please only apply to one.
This is a fixed‑term apprenticeship – your contract lasts for the duration of the scheme.
Once completed, you’ll be supported with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities to help you take your next step – whether that’s at the BBC or elsewhere in the industry.
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Disclaimer
This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.
Our apprenticeship roles are also subject to you having the required qualifications that we have deemed necessary for the role and the training provider for your scheme. The offer would be subject to undergoing and meeting the requirements of a skill‑scan process with the BBC nominated training provider to determine your eligibility.
Please note: if you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct employment screening checks which include reference checks, eligibility to work checks, and, if applicable to the role, safeguarding and adverse media/social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.
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