Key Takeaways
- Apprenticeship: Level 3 Production Assistant in Children's & Education at the BBC in Salford.
- Salary: £24,650 per year.
- Duration: 13-month fixed-term contract.
- Eligibility: Open to disabled individuals (as defined by the Equality Act 2010 or Disability Discrimination Act 1995) who meet residency and age requirements.
- Application: No CV or cover letter needed; apply via the 'Apply Now' button.
About the Role
About the BBC Extend Programme
This role is advertised as part of our BBC Extend programme, which is designed for disabled people. To apply for this role, you must identify as deaf, disabled, or neurodivergent and meet the definition of disability under the Equality Act (2010) or the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) if applying in Northern Ireland. This definition includes individuals with a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to perform normal daily activities, encompassing both apparent and non-apparent conditions.
The BBC is committed to ensuring the application process is as accessible as possible. If you require adjustments or have questions about the Extend programme, please contact us via the Early Careers Recruitment contact form and select the ‘Reasonable Adjustments’ option. We also have a dedicated BBC Access and Disability Service to provide assessments and support throughout your employment.
About the Apprenticeship
Join the BBC as an apprentice to kick-start your career in broadcasting. This apprenticeship offers on-the-job learning, developing your knowledge and skills while working towards a Level 3 Production Assistant qualification with a learning provider.
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to launch a career at the heart of British broadcasting. You will learn how content is made and ideas are brought to life. Depending on your placement, you could work behind the scenes on productions like dramas or live radio, gaining a recognised qualification.
About BBC Children's & Education
BBC Children's & Education creates inspiring, educational, and entertaining content for young audiences across the UK, including digital platforms like BBC Bitesize and CBBC. As an apprentice, you will be part of a creative and fast-paced team.
Your Role and Impact
As a Production Assistant Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience across various projects, supporting productions and contributing to content for UK audiences. You will work alongside experienced professionals, develop practical skills, and help bring creative ideas to life. Potential future roles include Junior Researcher, Runner, or Content or Edit Assistant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Help develop ideas and stories by researching content and finding guests.
- Assist teams on location, in the studio, or in a TV gallery, and help out on the studio floor.
- Support teams with cameras, sound, lighting, and editing, learning to use technical equipment and software.
- Create content for multiple platforms, including social media, under guidance.
You will study for your industry-recognised Level 3 Production Assistant qualification through a mixture of in-person and virtual learning blocks with a learning provider.
Skills and Eligibility
We are looking for passion and enthusiasm for delivering world-class content. Qualifications are not the primary focus; we seek potential and transferable strengths.
Desired Skills:
- Passion and curiosity about content and the BBC production process.
- A wealth of new ideas and fresh perspectives.
- Strong team player capable of handling unexpected challenges.
- Flexibility and adaptability in your approach to work.
This scheme is aimed at non-graduates. If you have a degree, please explore other opportunities on the BBC careers site.
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 apprenticeship duration.
- Not currently be enrolled in another apprenticeship programme.
- For candidates under 19 on 7 September 2027: Must have achieved Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent). If not achieved, Functional Skills Level 2 must be obtained before the end-point assessment.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ to create a candidate profile and answer a few questions. No CV or cover letter is required. If eligible, you will be guided through the next steps.
Relocation support may be available for those who meet financial eligibility criteria.
This is a fixed-term apprenticeship for 13 months. Upon completion, you can apply for suitable vacancies at the BBC or elsewhere in the creative industry. Career development, employability training, and networking opportunities will be provided.
Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will normally progress to the next stage.