Journalist Apprenticeship - Level 6 - BBC South News - Reading

About the Apprenticeship

This is a 24-month, full-time, fixed-term apprenticeship at BBC South News in Reading.

What You'll Do

• Play a key role in creating trusted, high-quality news content for BBC audiences.
• Develop your storytelling expertise through hands-on experience researching, writing, and producing stories on subjects ranging from current affairs and business to sport, culture, and politics.
• Learn from experienced journalists, contribute to stories that matter to the public, and collaborate with expert teams.
• Study for your industry-recognised Level 6 apprenticeship qualification, working towards the National Qualification in Journalism (NQJ).
• Modules include: Media Law, Advanced Newsgathering, Advanced Storytelling, and Advanced Audience.
• The NQJ is assessed through two exams and a logbook of work.
• Involves weekly virtual webinars and in-person bootcamps at PA Media Academy in London.

What We're Looking For

We are interested in your passion for working at the BBC and your enthusiasm for delivering world-class content. We look for potential and transferable strengths.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong journalistic skills and a passion for storytelling.
• Active following of sports news across various platforms.
• A fascination with people, communities, and global issues.
• Fresh, creative ideas for engaging new audiences.
• Motivation, adaptability, and resilience in a fast-paced environment.

Previous experience through community or student newspapers, radio stations, blogs, vlogs, podcasts, or social media content creation is welcomed.

Eligibility Criteria

• Be 18 years old or over by September 2027.
• Have lived in the UK continuously for the last three years prior to the apprenticeship start.
• Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire duration.
• Not currently enrolled in another apprenticeship.
• Not already hold a qualification in the same subject area at the same or a higher level.
• Not have previously completed any elements of the National Qualification in Journalism (NQJ).
• Achieved English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Candidates under 19 at the start must have achieved Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent). Functional Skills Level 2 will be required if not achieved by the start.

Benefits

• Kick-start your career in journalism.
• Industry-leading training and hands-on experience.
• Work towards a Level 6 apprenticeship and the NCTJ National Qualification in Journalism (NQJ).
• Support with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities.
• Relocation support is available for those who meet financial eligibility criteria.

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply Now’ to create a candidate profile and answer a few questions. No CV or cover letter is needed. You’ll need to live within a commutable distance of Reading.