Journalist Apprenticeship - Level 7 - Cardiff Journalist Apprenticeship - Level 7 - Cardiff

This scheme starts in September 2025 and you will be on a fixed-term contract, which means your contract is for the duration of the apprenticeship only. The duration of this scheme is 24 months., Apprentices starting at BBC from September 2025 will be placed on a 'Fixed-term' contract. This means your contract is for the duration of your apprenticeship only. The BBC is committed to investing in new talent and as you approach the end of your apprenticeship, we will work with you to support you and offer you employability and networking training to help you secure your next role - this might be a job here at the BBC, or somewhere in the wider media industry.

You'll gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 7 Apprenticeship and the industry-recognised NCTJ National Qualification in Journalism (NQJ), all while studying and learning on the job., We're looking for people in the early stages of their journalistic career who can demonstrate their journalism and storytelling skills in a variety of ways. You might be writing articles for a local or student newspaper or website, working at a radio station with news content, blogging, vlogging or creating social media content. You might also have the NCTJ Diploma or another Journalism qualification such as the Junior Journalist or Journalist Apprenticeship.,

• Already possess journalistic skills
• Are open and curious about people and what's going on in the world
• Have original and creative ideas for ways to reach new audiences
• Regularly read, watch and listen to news across all platforms
• Are flexible, motivated and have an adaptable approach to the pace of work, Be aged 18 or over when the apprenticeship starts in September 2025.
• By the start of the apprenticeship in September 2025, have lived in the UK or European Economic Area (EEA) for a minimum of 3 years.
• Be eligible to work in the UK full time for the duration of the apprenticeship contract.
• Not currently taking part in an apprenticeship scheme supported by the BBC or another organisation., Not have completed or hold qualifications in the apprenticeship subject at the same or higher level (for example, the NQJ).
• Have achieved Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above; or National 5 (Scotland) at C or Functional Skills Level 2; or equivalent qualification to complete the apprenticeship. If you have not achieved these qualifications by the start of your apprenticeship, you will be required to achieve Functional Skills Level 2 before the end of your apprenticeship when you take your end-point assessment.
  
  An apprenticeship at the BBC gives you the opportunity to kick-start your career in a job you'll love. We're the industry leaders in early careers and are committed to your skills and talent development. As one of the world's most creative and technologically advanced organisations for the last 100 years, an apprenticeship at the BBC means the opportunity to learn from the most respected and experienced professionals in the business.
  
  Gain hands-on experience creating quality news and sports content for BBC TV, audio, online and digital platforms.
• Develop journalistic skills, researching, writing, and broadcasting news stories and features across topics including current affairs, business, politics, sport and culture.
• Learn from and work with experts in the field at the largest public service broadcaster in the world.
What will you be studying? You'll study for your industry recognised Level 7 Apprenticeship qualification, learning both on and off-the-job. The Journalist Apprenticeship scheme follows the Senior Journalist Apprenticeship Standard (curriculum) and combines academic training with practical on the job experience. Apprentices from all BBC bases will follow the same curriculum. Apprentices work towards the industry recognised Level 6 National Qualification in Journalism (NQJ). Areas of study include:
• Advanced Reporting Skills
• Media Law and Ethics
• Teamwork
• Leadership and Communication
• Broadcast Journalism
• Data Journalism
• Multi-media Storytelling
• Digital, Social and Mobile Journalism
To complete the apprenticeship there is also an End Point Assessment (EPA). This begins once you have completed your NQJ. The EPA has two elements: firstly, a journalism project and presentation; and secondly, a professional discussion based on a portfolio of evidence.,
• A starting salary of £25,500
• Industry-leading training through the BBC Academy and our learning providers (this may involve travel to locations across the UK)
• A dedicated Team Manager and Scheme Specialist to help with your development
• Training by industry professionals
• A 35-hour working week, 25 days of annual leave and a defined pension scheme. Plus discounted dental, health care, gym and much more.
Towards the end of your apprenticeship:
• An industry recognised Level 7 Journalism Apprenticeship and a Level 6 NCTJ National Qualification in Journalism (NQJ).
• Lots of experience to help you seek out new challenges and work opportunities within the BBC and wider industry.
• Employability and networking training and support to help you secure your next role.