Trainee Apprenticeship Scheme, Fixed Term Contract (22 months)
Starting January 2026
Salary: £35,890 for 42.5 hours per week
Based in: Covent Garden, London
The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings.
We are one of the busiest theatres in the world, delivering more than 400 performances each year and our backstage teams are some of the best theatre craftspeople in the world.
We want to encourage fresh, passionate new talent into the building and our graduate trainee and apprenticeship schemes play a big part in that!
This traineeship gives you the practical skills and knowledge that will underpin your professional development and access to a network of people who can guide and support you during your career.
What our apprentices say:
"It has taught me invaluable on-the-job experience that textbook learning cannot provide."
"It is a great pathway into a career and a unique alternative to university."
The role is on a fixed-term contract for 22 months, full-time (42.5 hours per week) and based at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden.
The apprenticeship will be split between the RBO and the College Training Provider. You will study for a Level 7 Production Manager Apprenticeship Standard.
Will I be paid?
Yes, you will be paid a salary for your role and college fees will also be paid by the Royal Ballet and Opera.
Am I eligible?
- You must be 18 years old or over on the start date.
- Have work authorisation for the UK, sponsorship will not be considered for this role.
- You must have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the past three consecutive years prior to the start of the programme. This is a mandatory requirement in line with apprenticeship funding regulations.
- You must demonstrate you meet the minimum essential requirements, see job description.
How to apply:
To apply, please scroll to the bottom of the page and click on `Apply Now`. A full Job Pack is available below to download, as well as some handy guidance for submitting your application.
The Royal Ballet and Opera is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.
If you have any questions, please contact the Apprenticeships Team via [email protected]. You can also contact us if you have any access needs for making an application.
For further information, you can also take a look at the Apprenticeship page on our website here: www.roh.org.uk/apprenticeships
Closing date for applications: 9am, Friday 31st October 2025.
