Communications Apprentice

Producing clear and concise content for case studies and social media channels. Supporting the Community Rail Manager in collating evidence for key stakeholder reports and sharing best practice across the network. Staying informed of the latest key trends in the communications arena and share best practice. Analysing and collating data on the usage of social media across the community groups and identifying ways to support and encourage participation. Developing and coordinating an annual activity plan to tie into the wider communications team to optimise PR opportunities working with the Community Rail Officers and station adopters. To actively work with all the station adopter groups and CRPS to develop a more effective process and assist in embedding it across the community groups. Developing and assisting in delivering some specific community campaigns across the network, working with the SWR Marketing team. Supporting the roll-out and collection of community data around the network for the annual Social Value report. Work in collaboration with internal stakeholders with the wider external communications team, to access a wider exposure to all sorts of media channels, including stakeholder media.

Training Outcome:

Multiple career development opportunities upon successful completion of this apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
South Western Railway (SWR) operates over 1,500 services each weekday across the network and employs more than 5,000 people. We provide easy and convenient mobility, connecting people and communities in South West London, southern counties of England, and the Isle of Wight.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday - with some flexibility.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Flexibility