Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 2 Administration Assistant Apprenticeship over 12 months.
- Earn £24,650 per year, plus £5,441 London Weighting.
- Gain experience in areas such as Content Sales, Regulatory Affairs, or Content Brand Protection.
- Must be aged 18-25 and meet specific eligibility criteria including GCSEs in English and Maths.
About the Role
This is a fixed-term, full-time apprenticeship lasting 12 months within the Global Content & Studios Distributions department, based at Television Centre, London.
About BBC Studios
BBC Studios is a world-renowned media company that produces and distributes global TV, audio, and digital content. Our goal is to be the source of the world's most compelling, entertaining, and inspiring stories.
Why Join This Scheme?
Join the BBC as an apprentice to launch your career in a role you'll love. We are dedicated to developing your skills and talent. You will gain on-the-job experience, build knowledge in an area of interest, and work towards an apprenticeship qualification with a learning provider.
The BBC is more than just what you see on screen; behind every programme is a team ensuring business operations run smoothly. We are seeking individuals who are organised, proactive, and detail-oriented to contribute to our business efficiency. This Level 2 Administration Assistant Apprenticeship is an ideal next step.
Why Join the Team?
Content Sales EMEA
This entry-level role is perfect for those starting a career in media within a fast-paced environment. You will learn about the television industry while developing valuable administrative and organisational skills. Responsibilities include assisting with availability reports, creating PowerPoint presentations, managing diaries, supporting contract administration, and liaising with other teams to support the end-to-end sales process. We are looking for candidates who are proactive, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and confident communicators.
Regulatory Affairs
The Regulatory Affairs Team comprises specialists who advise on compliance with the BBC Code of Conduct, Editorial Standards, Data Protection, Ethical Policy, Sustainability, and Competition and Market separation matters, as defined by the BBC’s Charter & Agreement. This role is a great starting point for a career in the media industry, offering experience in a dynamic environment while strengthening administrative, organisational, and professional skills.
Content Brand Protection Team
This team operates within BBC Studios' Legal functions to protect programmes distributed or produced by BBC Studios. Using various tools, they monitor social media platforms and the web to remove or, in some cases, monetise BBC Studios content. As an Administration Assistant apprentice, you will be involved in daily tasks such as making decisions on user-uploaded infringing videos of BBC Studios programming, assisting with workflow management, cataloguing incoming reports, and performing billing and invoicing tasks.
Your Key Responsibilities and Impact
As a Level 2 Administration Assistant (ADA27) apprentice, you will:
- Work within a BBC team, gaining insight into the operations of a leading public service broadcaster.
- Provide essential administrative support to keep teams functioning effectively.
- Help teams meet deadlines and solve problems proactively.
- Communicate with colleagues across departments, building professional relationships.
- Learn the systems, processes, and skills necessary for a major global organisation.
You will study for an industry-recognised Level 2 Administration Assistant apprenticeship qualification, with at least one day per week dedicated to virtual learning with our provider. Further details on the apprenticeship standard can be found online.
Your Skills and Eligibility
We value your passion for the BBC and your enthusiasm for delivering excellent content and operational performance. We focus on potential and transferable strengths rather than formal qualifications. If you possess skills in collaboration, organisation, adaptability, and a strong motivation for the BBC and the broadcasting industry, we encourage you to apply.
This apprenticeship is designed for individuals starting their careers in administration or business support and is not suitable for those with significant existing qualifications or experience in these areas.
To promote a diverse workforce that reflects our audiences, this scheme is aimed at individuals at the start of their working lives who are currently under-represented.
Eligibility:
- You must be aged between 18 and 25 by September 2027.
- You must have lived in the UK continuously for the last 3 years prior to the apprenticeship start.
- You must be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire apprenticeship duration.
- You must not be currently enrolled in another apprenticeship programme.
- You must not be working towards or already hold a qualification in the same subject area at the same or a higher level.
- You must have 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 required. Eligible candidates will be guided through the next steps.
This is a fixed-term contract for the duration of the apprenticeship. Upon completion, you can apply for suitable vacancies within the BBC or the wider creative industry. Support will be provided for career development, employability training, and networking.
Applicants must live within a commutable distance of the London Television Centre. Please only apply to one location if multiple are advertised.
Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will normally progress to the next stage.