Early Careers apprentice Review
at BBC
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Journalism and Publishing
Carlisle
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.4 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Learning about all elements of production at bbc radio cumbria
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
very much so, this was the best decision I ever made.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
yes I joined the scheme with no experience, and am now confident in my role and beyond.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
very well structured - the first few months in particular already had lots set up and prepared for all apprentices to experience/learn.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
my employer goes above and beyond to support me.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
enough to excel in the course and learn skills that will be useful in our role.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
bbc provide enough training, therefore the things that are taught by the training provider are often things we know through experience in work.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
apprentice community events
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BBC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
it is a reputable company that is very prepared when it comes to training inexperienced apprentices.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BBC?
say yes to every opportunity that you come accross
