Level 3 Marketing Apprenticeship

LMP Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 9,100 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

St Catherines School is seeking a creative Marketing Apprentice to gain hands-on experience and support the school's events programme, while working towards a Level 3 Marketing Apprenticeship.

You will work 30 hours a week (Mon-Fri, 8.30am-3.30pm) in Guildford, helping with events administration, marketing communications, photography and videography content, under the Director of Marketing and the marketing team.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at levels specified are essential.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Able to work effectively in a busy office.
• Digital fluency with MS Office and online tools.
• Passion for Marketing.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the school’s events programme and assist with marketing and communications activities.
• Coordinate and deliver School events (Open Mornings, Admissions events, taster days and alumnae events).
• Assist with events administration and logistics to ensure a welcoming experience for visitors and staff.
• Support creation of photography and videography content.
• Work with Director of Marketing and team on planning and execution across departments.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Adaptable

Customer-facing

Digital tools

Marketing passion

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Level 3 Marketing Apprenticeship - St Catherines School

We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Marketing Apprentice to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and to support the successful delivery of the school’s events programme and assist with a range of marketing and communication activities, while working towards a recognised qualification.

Apprenticeship Overview:

• Salary: £8.00 an hour, Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19+ year olds
• Working Week: Monday to Friday 8.30 am - 3.30pm (1 hour lunch break)
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Duration: 18 months
• Level 3 Marketing Apprenticeship Standard qualification.

Location: Station Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU5 0DF

What you’ll do at work

• Proactive highly organised and enthusiastic Marketing and Events Assistant to support the successful delivery of the school’s events programme and assist with a range of marketing and communication activities.
• Coordination and delivery of School events, including Open Mornings, Admissions events, taster days and alumnae events.
• Responsible for supporting all aspects of events administration and logistics, ensuring visitors, families, staff and guests enjoy a professional and welcoming experience.
• Working under the direction of the Director of Marketing, you will also support the creation of photography and videography content.
• Assist with marketing communications activities and provide administrative support across departments.
• Work closely with the Director of Marketing, Marketing team, Admissions team and wider School community, providing practical support for the planning, organisation

Desired skills, qualities and qualifications

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Effective teamwork, collaboration skills and inclusive mindset
• Adaptable and resilient, able to work well in a busy office environment
• Welcoming and friendly, able to make a positive impression in a front facing role
• Digital fluency including MS Office, emails and online tools
• A passion for Marketing

Essential qualifications

• GCSE English (Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent) essential
• GCSE Maths (Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent) essential

Training and Development

As an apprentice, you will receive support through both on-the-job learning and formal training as part of your apprenticeship programme. This will typically include:

• Study towards a Level 3 Marketing Apprenticeship Standard.
• On-the-job training and mentoring from experienced school professionals.
• Regular review meetings to support progress and development.
• Training in school administration, finance systems, and education-sector processes.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 Marketing Apprenticeship Standard qualification.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Potential full-time employment opportunities within school administration or finance for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Pre-employment checks: Please be aware that successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS checks with child and adult barred list checks, right-to-work checks, and safeguarding procedures in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.