Content Creator Apprentice

Teaching Vacancies; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational trust in Pontefract is seeking a creative Content Creator Apprentice to develop engaging content for its schools. This role involves hands-on experience in digital media and offers a supportive environment for career growth. The candidate will contribute to social media campaigns and internal communications while pursuing a Level 3 qualification. This is a full-time position with a commitment to personal and professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Employee wellbeing programme

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Creative flair for digital storytelling.
• Motivated individual with a passion for content creation.
• Ability to collaborate with staff and manage campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Create content for social media platforms.
• Assist with marketing campaigns and storytelling.
• Capture multimedia at events.

Skills

Digital storytelling

Content creation

Social media management

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 qualification in English and Maths

Tools

Social media platforms (X, LinkedIn)

Content management systems

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

"Do you have a flair for digital storytelling and a drive to build a career in content creation? Join our high-performing Trust and help bring our schools’ stories to life."

About us

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve. The Trust is renowned for its commitment to excellence and has achieved remarkable success. Five of our primary schools rank within the top 1% nationally for progress, and our secondary schools feature among the top three secondary schools in the Wakefield district. In a testament to our dedication to educational excellence, De Lacy Primary School was recognised as an “Outstanding” school across all categories by Ofsted in March 2024, underscoring our unwavering pursuit of high standards.

About the role

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a creative and motivated individual to join our Trust as a Content Creator Apprentice. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a career in digital media, marketing, or communications.

As part of our central team, you’ll help develop and deliver engaging content that showcases the values, achievements, and stories across our family of schools. You’ll gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 3 Content Creator Apprenticeship qualification, supported by experienced professionals who will mentor and guide you throughout your journey.

You will have the opportunity to contribute to real campaigns and creative projects that make a difference across our Trust. We pride ourselves on offering a welcoming and inclusive work environment, where your ideas are valued and your growth is supported. You’ll also have access to a range of professional development and training opportunities to help you build your skills and confidence in the field of digital content and marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and schedule content for social media platforms (X and LinkedIn)

• Support internal communications via our staff intranet (Employee Hub)

• Assist with marketing campaigns and digital storytelling

• Capture photos, videos, and testimonials at school and Trust events

• Collaborate with staff across schools to source and share positive stories

• Help maintain our digital asset library and update website content

The role is an 18-month fixed term contract, of 37 hours a week with the following working pattern:

Monday – Thursday 08:00 – 16:00

Friday 08:00 – 15:30

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: 10:00am, TBC

• Interviews to be held TBC

• Start date: Monday 1st September 2025

Application Process

• Complete an application form in SamPeople Recruit via our website

Important Links

• Pontefract Academies Trust Website

• Trust Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2028

Contact Information

• Tel: [phone]

• Email: recruitment@.patrust.org.uk

What the school offers its staff

What can we offer you?

We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities

• Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing.

• For the 2025/26 academic year, we will be providing staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days. These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals.

• Generous employer pension- (West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS)

• Generous annual leave entitlements (starting from 26 days annual leave, up to a maximum of 33 days dependent on length of service and grade of role – plus 8 statutory bank holidays)

• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance

• Cycle to work scheme

• Blue Light card

• Discounted gym membership

• Free eyecare via Specsavers

• Childcare vouchers

• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)

• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2

• Free flu vaccinations.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to safeguarding all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks(including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.