Production Apprenticeship - Level 3 - Radio Cambridgeshire

Contract Type: Fixed‑Term Apprenticeship, Full‑time, 13 months

Department: BBC Local Radio / London & East

Location: Cambridge – Radio Cambridgeshire

Salary: £22,950 per annum

Join us as an apprentice at the BBC to kick‑start your career in broadcast media. You will learn on‑the‑job, develop knowledge and skills, and work towards an industry‑recognised Level 3 Production Assistant qualification with one of our learning providers.

This is your chance to start a career at the heart of British broadcasting. Depending on your placement area you could work behind‑the‑scenes on exciting productions – from gripping dramas to live radio – and gain a recognised qualification while learning on the job.

Learn more at our webinar on Wednesday 10 December at 6 pm. If you cannot attend, view the recording on our You Tube playlist.

As a Production Apprentice you will work across a variety of content, often covering early mornings, evenings and weekends.

• Live radio programme recording and editing
• Meeting contributors
• Producing video for social media and regional TV output
• Crafting audio for BBC Sounds

You will also attend learning blocks (up to a week at a time) with our learning provider, combining in‑person and virtual delivery.

We look for potential and enthusiasm rather than formal qualifications. You should have good communication skills, enjoy teamwork, and thrive on variety.

Non‑graduates are invited to apply. If you already hold a degree, consider other BBC roles or apprenticeship schemes.

• Age 18 or over by the start of the apprenticeship in September 2026
• Have lived continuously in the UK for the last 3 years prior to the start date
• Legally eligible to work full‑time in the UK for the entire duration
• Not currently enrolled in another apprenticeship
• No prior learning required to apply

Persons under 19 at 8 September 2026 must have achieved GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/C or equivalent.

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You must live within commuting distance of the role. Relocation support may be considered for eligible applicants.

This is a fixed‑term apprenticeship and will include career development, employability training and networking opportunities.

This job description states essential job characteristics and required skills. It is not a complete account of all duties. The offer is subject to meeting the learning provider's requirements and successful completion of the BBC skill‑scan process and employment screening.