Content Creator Programme Leader (Fixed Term)

PA Media Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading media training center in London seeks a Programme Leader for its Apprenticeship Training team. This part-time role focuses on developing content creators through training in video skills and storytelling. Ideal candidates have a background in media or communication training and a passion for mentoring apprentices. The role offers competitive pay and numerous benefits, including 25 days of holiday and a health cash plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Annual wellbeing day

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Perkbox membership

BUPA Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in training delivery, coaching, or mentoring.
• Expertise in video creation and visuals.
• Commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cohort of apprentices through their training.
• Support apprentices in building their portfolios.
• Deliver practical training sessions with constructive feedback.
• Collaborate to build and refine curriculum content.

Skills

Training delivery

Coaching

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Up-to-date sector knowledge

Job description

Role overview

PA Media Academy is a leading centre for journalism, communications, media, and content training. We are the sister company to PA Media (formerly the Press Association), the UK and Ireland’s national news agency. We teach what we know best — news and news-based communication, writing and editing, and digital storytelling across multiple platforms. We help organisations across media and beyond to develop their people to their full potential. Our apprentices win awards, and the employers we work with have high expectations.

Inclusion

We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where different perspectives and backgrounds are celebrated. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know — we’re here to support you.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Programme Leader with specialist video training skills to join our Apprenticeship Training team, working on our exciting new Content Creator Apprenticeship programme.

This part-time role (two days per week) is a 16 month fixed-term contract and is central to helping our apprentices develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed — from writing and visual storytelling to audio, digital, and planning skills — with an emphasis on practical application and industry best practice.

You’ll lead your cohort through their apprenticeship journey, providing guidance, feedback, and support, and ensuring they are fully prepared for their End Point Assessment. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll also help shape and deliver a curriculum that inspires, stretches, and reflects the latest industry standards.

This role is based in our central London office (61 Queen Street, EC4R 1EB) or at client sites, with some flexibility for remote working where appropriate.

PA Media Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a cohort of apprentices through their training, acting as the main point of contact and tracking their progress.
• Support apprentices in building their portfolios and preparing for their End Point Assessment.
• Deliver engaging and practical training sessions, providing clear, constructive feedback.
• Liaise with employers to share updates, address concerns, and ensure programme alignment.
• Maintain accurate records in the BUD system and contribute to quality assurance activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to build and refine curriculum content.

About You

We’re looking for someone with a passion for developing people and helping the next generation of content creators thrive.

You’ll need:

• Proven experience in training delivery, coaching, or mentoring within a media, communications, or creative environment – with an expertise in short and long form video and visuals
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with learners, employers, and colleagues.
• Up-to-date sector knowledge and a commitment to professional development.
• A collaborative approach and a drive to support apprentices to achieve their best.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday (plus a holiday purchase scheme)
• Annual wellbeing day and volunteering day
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Perkbox membership
• BUPA Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme