Communications Apprentice

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Communications Apprentice at a leading hospital in Milton Keynes. You will play a key role in delivering communication plans while developing your skills in content creation. This fixed-term apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in a dynamic environment, with flexible working options available.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Free refreshments

Flexible working opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Lease car scheme

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

On-site nursery

Health and well-being programme

Qualifications

• Passion for design and communications.
• Basic to intermediate photography & videography skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Deliver internal and external communications plans.
• Gain hands-on experience in a demanding communications environment.
• Support the team with content creation.

Skills

Design

Photography

Videography

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Maths & English GCSE

Tools

Canva

Adobe

Job description

Pay rate: Apprenticeship

Department: Communications

Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

Are you passionate about content creation, design, and storytelling? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to kick-start your career in communications? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

MKUH is looking for a Communications Apprentice to join our busy team. You’ll play a key role in delivering our internal and external communications plans while developing your own expertise in content creation and communications more broadly.

We’re Looking For Someone With

• A passion for design (Canva, Adobe)
• Basic to intermediate photography & videography skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• The ability to multitask and stay organised
• A kind, positive, and willing approach to teamwork

This is a fantastic chance to gain hands-on experience in one of the most demanding communications environments you will find.

To discuss this role before applying, please contact: [e-mail] and one of the team will be happy to answer your questions.

Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.

Interview dates: 1st and 3rd July 2025

In line with Apprenticeship Funding rules, please only apply for this role if all of the below factors apply to you. If you are unsure of any of these, please email us on [e-mail], highlighting the role you are applying for and what your query is.

• You are 16 years old or over,
• You have resided in the UK or EEA for at least the past 3 years,
• You can produce evidence of your Maths & English GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications,
• You will not be in full-time education at the point of starting this role,
• You have not previously undertaken a similar or higher qualification (e.g., a degree in Marketing).

Please bring your Maths and English certificates with you to the interview, should you be invited.

This role is a fixed-term contract of 18 months. For the first 12 months of the apprenticeship, you will be paid the national apprentice wage. From month 13 to the end of the contract, you will receive the national pay based on your age.

For existing members of staff, Annex 30 may apply, of which pay rates may differ. To find out more, email us on [e-mail].

Benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Free refreshments
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On-site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on-site to improve patient care. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated 'good' by the CQC. Visit our website for the latest news.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Bernadette Ahmed
• Job title: Head of Communications and Engagement
• Email: [e-mail]