Marketing Apprentice

We’re seeking a dynamic Marketing Apprentice to join one of the region’s largest and most dynamic post-16 education providers. City College Norwich, Easton College and Paston College work together to make a significant contribution to the region’s economy and to broader society. You’ll have a creative, campaign-driven mindset, with excellent attention to detail and strong communication and interpersonal skills. In a fast-paced organisation with multiple locations, you’ll thrive by balancing diverse demands on your time and skills. You'll be joining a friendly and growing team, where collaboration, planning, and initiative are key, as you'll respond to emerging demands and opportunities.

Does this sound like the job you would like to have in the future, and you’re just starting out looking for training and experience? Our Marketing Apprentice role might be the ideal stepping stone for you.

As a Marketing Apprentice, you will support customer-focused marketing activities designed to drive demand for our courses. You will assist in raising brand awareness, improving perceptions, and achieving measurable business outcomes. You will assist in the creation and implementation of multi-channel marketing campaigns, contributing to the overall marketing strategy and college objectives. Conduct market research to inform marketing decisions and generate insights into customer behaviour and trends. Support the design and development of marketing materials including social media content, email newsletters, leaflets and prospectuses, while ensuring brand guidelines are maintained. Support the creation of marketing content through photography and video capturing. Manage marketing administration, such as organising and attending events, and monitoring marketing spend within set budgets. Coordinate and support external suppliers and agencies, such as digital and media agencies, for various marketing projects. Use emerging marketing tools and technologies to optimise content and campaigns. Assist with monitoring, analysing, and optimising marketing performance using various analytical tools and software Link closely with a number of teams to support examinations process. Any other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility of this post.

Training:

For the full apprenticeship, candidates will complete:  

Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer Apprenticeship Standard.  Level 2 Functional Skills in English (if not already achieved or exempt) Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths (if not already achieved or exempt) 

For the End Point Assessment (EPA) apprentices will undertake a project report with questioning, a presentation with questioning, and an interview underpinned by the portfolio of evidence. 
 
Apprentices are expected to attend college one day per week (term-time only) at the Ipswich Road campus, located near Norwich city centre. Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date.

Training Outcome:
This role is fixed term for 22 months. A position may be available for the right candidate following successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
City College is one of the largest colleges in East Anglia and we have a diverse team of over one thousand full and part time staff in a range of teaching/student support roles and business support services. The way we work together and with our students is really important to us. Our Ways of Working help us work and learn together with respect, where an inclusive approach means that everyone is valued for their contribution to our community.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 5pm. Some occasional weekend work may be required to assist with events

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative