Multi-Channel Marketing Apprentice

The Marketing Trainer • Apprenticeship • Northampton, England, United Kingdom • £21.45k - £24.98k / year • 2w ago

APPLICATION PROCESS ENDING 14TH JUNE

Title: Multi-Channel Marketing Apprentice

Start date: 1st September 2026

Location: Northampton, NN7

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

Salary:
Year 1: £21,450 per annum
Year 2: £24,979.50 pro rata

Type of Work: Primarily onsite

Apprenticeship: Multi-Channel Marketer Level 3

Additional Qualification: Free CIM Foundation Certificate worth £800+

About the Company

Our client is part of a large and well-established educational organisation that supports thousands of students across the UK. They are committed to providing high-quality education, strong community engagement, and excellent opportunities for personal development.

This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on marketing experience within a busy and supportive environment where your work will directly contribute to student recruitment, community engagement, events, and communications.

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and enthusiastic Marketing Apprentice to join their marketing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in marketing while gaining practical experience across content creation, social media, events, communications, and brand management.

You will support the delivery of marketing campaigns, create engaging content for a variety of channels, promote events and achievements, and help strengthen the organisation's presence within the local community.

The role is highly varied and will suit someone who enjoys being creative, working with people, and bringing ideas to life.

Key Responsibilities

Content & Communications

Create engaging content for digital and print channels, including social media, newsletters, photography, video, and promotional materials
Write and publish news stories, articles, and marketing content that showcase achievements, events, and success stories
Support the creation of displays, branded materials, and wider communications across the organisation

Digital Marketing

Help manage and grow the organisation's social media channels with creative, on-brand content
Support the maintenance and development of the website, ensuring content remains accurate and up to date
Monitor marketing performance and engagement metrics to help improve future campaigns

Events & Campaigns

Support the promotion of events, open evenings, performances, and other key activities
Capture photography and video content at events and help evaluate campaign effectiveness
Assist with recruitment, engagement, and awareness campaigns aimed at students, parents, and the wider community

Brand & Marketing Support

Act as a brand ambassador, ensuring all communications follow brand guidelines and maintain a professional standard
Support the delivery of the organisation's marketing plan and contribute ideas for future campaigns

General Responsibilities

Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders, attend meetings, undertake training, and comply with safeguarding, data protection, and organisational policies

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme
Health Cash Plan
One paid personal day per year
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Access to wellbeing support services, counselling, legal advice, financial support, and employee assistance programmes
Opportunity to gain experience within a large and supportive organisation

Candidate Requirements

Right to work and live in the UK
GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above
Educated to A-Level standard equivalent or higher
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
Creative mindset with an interest in marketing, content creation, photography, or social media
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Professional, reliable, and proactive approach to work
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Flexible attitude and willingness to occasionally support evening events

Desirable Skills and Experience

Experience using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Affinity, or similar creative software
Experience creating content for social media platforms
Experience with photography, video creation, or editing
Experience updating websites or using content management systems (CMS)
Qualifications in Media, Design, Photography, Marketing, or other creative subjects
An understanding of relevant legislation concerning Safeguarding

The Apprenticeship

This role forms part of the Multi-Channel Marketer Level 3 apprenticeship delivered by The Marketing Trainer.

Over the 15-month programme, you will develop knowledge and skills across:

Campaign Management
Content Creation
Social Media Marketing
Brand Management
Digital Communications
Marketing Analytics and Reporting
Customer and Audience Insight
Project Management
Professional Communication Skills

All training is delivered remotely through small-group workshops, one-to-one coaching sessions, practical workplace projects, and online learning resources.

In addition to the apprenticeship, you will also complete a CIM Foundation Certificate at no additional cost, meaning you will achieve two recognised marketing qualifications.

Safeguarding

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures.

EDI Statement

We’re committed to building an inclusive, fair, and welcoming environment for every applicant. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we recruit based on ability, potential, and attitude — nothing else. If you need adjustments during the application or interview process, just tell us and we’ll make it work.

Pay: £21,450.00-£24,979.50 per year

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