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Contract Type:
Fixed-Term Apprenticeship, Full-time for 18 months
Department:
HR
Location:
London - Television Centre
Salary:
£22,950
(+ £5,441 London Weighting)
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 at the BBC to give yourself the opportunity to kick-start your career in a job you'll love. We're committed to your skills and talent development. You'll learn on-the-job, developing your knowledge and skills in an area that interests you, while working towards your apprenticeship qualification with one of our learning providers.
WHY JOIN THIS SCHEME?
Behind every great programme and team at the BBC is a trusted Human Resources (HR) Support network making sure staff are looked after, heard, and set up to do their best work. As a HR Support apprentice, you'll play a crucial role in the BBC, gaining the 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, you can register to join one of our webinars here.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM?
Roles are on offer for this apprenticeship across several different teams, including:
BBC Studios HR Operations team:
The BBC Studios HR Operations team plays a vital role in delivering core HR services, supporting employees, managers, and the wider HR team across every stage of the employee lifecycle. We manage the BBC Studios intranet and People systems, and through a strong focus on continuous improvement, we aim to simplify processes, enhance efficiency, and elevate the overall employee experience across the organisation.
Performance, Leadership & Capability Team:
The Performance, Capability and Leadership team drives delivery of strategic priorities by fostering a strong performance culture and high-performing teams. They establish effective goals, performance management, and reward structures, while embedding leadership behaviours and organisational development principles. The teams ensure the business has the right skills and talent for future needs, support succession planning, and design development programmes that strengthen both organisational capability and individual growth across the business
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT
As a HR Support (HRA26) apprentice, this is brilliant opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute - you will:
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 take these transferable 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, please 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 offer you the opportunity to apply your transferable strengths and experience to work in different ways.
If you can bring some of these skills and experiences, along with transferable strengths, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply:
Motivation
- A genuine interest in helping people and supporting teams matters for this role. 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 you're interested in similar roles at the BBC, we recommend applying for jobs at the BBC careers site or having a look at our other apprenticeship schemes.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for an apprenticeship at the BBC, you must:
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. For example, if you already have a degree related to HR (Level 6 equivalent) or qualifications from The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD Level 3/5/7) you are ineligible to apply for this role.
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. See yourself thriving in this role? Just click 'Apply Now'!
You'll 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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