Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 2 Administration Assistant Apprenticeship at the BBC in London.
- Earn £24,650 per year, plus £5,441 London Weighting.
- Gain practical experience and a recognised qualification over 12 months.
- Must be aged 18-24 and meet specific UK residency and educational requirements.
About the Role
Join the BBC as an apprentice to kick-start your career. You will learn on-the-job, developing your knowledge and skills whilst working towards your apprenticeship qualification.
Why Join?
The BBC's business operations teams keep the organisation running efficiently. This Administration Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship is ideal for organised, proactive individuals with a keen eye for detail.
About the Team
The World Service Partnerships team supports global business operations. Based at Broadcasting House with hybrid working, this role offers exposure to international business management, operations, project support, and strategic activities. Responsibilities include supporting Salesforce and Copilot, organising training and events, internal communications, and assisting with governance, finance, and administration.
Key Responsibilities and Impact
As a Level 2 Administration Assistant apprentice, you will:
- Work directly in a BBC team.
- Provide critical administrative support.
- Help the team meet deadlines and solve problems.
- Communicate with colleagues across departments.
- Learn the systems, processes, and skills essential for a global organisation.
You will study for your industry-recognised Level 2 Administration Assistant apprenticeship qualification, with at least one day a week dedicated to study with a virtual learning provider.
Skills and Eligibility
We are interested in your passion for working at the BBC and your enthusiasm for delivering world-class content and operational excellence. We value potential and transferable strengths over formal qualifications.
We encourage you to apply if you have skills in:
- Collaboration: Ability to work well with others and stakeholders.
- Organisation: Sharp eye for detail and ability to keep work organised to meet deadlines.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
- Motivation for the BBC: Enthusiasm for working at the BBC and in the broadcasting industry.
This apprenticeship is not suitable for individuals with significant qualifications or experience in administration or business support roles.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Aged between 18-24 when the apprenticeship starts in September 2027.
- Lived in the UK continuously for the last 3 years prior to the apprenticeship start.
- Legally eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire duration.
- Not currently enrolled in another apprenticeship programme.
- Not working towards or holding a qualification in the same subject area at the same or a higher level.
- 3 or more GCSEs or equivalent at grade 3 or higher (including English and maths).
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ to create a candidate profile and answer a few questions. No CV or cover letter is needed. If eligible, you will be guided through the next steps.
You must live within a commutable distance of Broadcasting House, London.
This is a fixed-term apprenticeship for 12 months. Support will be provided for career development, employability training, and networking opportunities upon completion.
Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria will normally be progressed to the next stage.