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Contract Type: Fixed-Term Apprenticeship, Full-time for 18 months
Department: Corporate Functions HR Team
Location: London – Television Centre, Salford – Media City Studios
Salary: £22,950 (+ £5,441 London Weighting)
This role is advertised as part of our BBC Extend programme for disabled people. To apply for this role you should identify as deaf, disabled or neurodivergent and must meet either: the definition of disability in the Equality Act (2010), or the definition of disability in the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) if applying in Northern Ireland. You’re broadly defined as disabled under both acts if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative or adverse effect on your ability to do normal daily activities. This definition includes both apparent and non-apparent conditions and impairments, and medical conditions such as Cancer, HIV or Multiple Sclerosis.
We are committed to making the process of applying for this role as accessible as possible. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the application process, or have any questions about our Extend programme, please contact us via the Early Careers Recruitment contact form and choose the ‘Reasonable Adjustments’ option.
The BBC are fully committed to providing workplace adjustments to help eliminate barriers in the workface that disabled people face. To do this, we have our own dedicated BBC Access and Disability Service that provides assessments and support throughout employment with us. If you are successful in applying for this role and require workplace adjustments, we will work with you to get your adjustments in place.
If you’d like more information on BBC Extend, please visit the BBC Extend webpage.
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?
Corporate Functions: The Corporate Functions HR team at BBC Studios supports key areas like Finance, Strategy, and Communications, providing HR guidance to around 1,500 employees. Our HR and Associate HR Business Partners work closely with leaders to drive engagement, transformation, and inclusion. We’re people-focused and proud to deliver initiatives that support growth and success 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.
- Identify as disabled under the Equality Act
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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To apply for this job please visit careers.bbc.co.uk.
