Marketing Apprentice

Prince Albert Community Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Discounted gym membership

24/7 GP Helpline

Retail discounts and cashback

Free and confidential advice, and well

Well-being days

Job summary

Prince Albert Community Trust is offering a Marketing Apprentice role within its Central Support Team in Birmingham. This 18-month fixed-term apprenticeship is designed to develop practical skills in marketing, communications, social media and public relations while you gain industry experience.

You will work closely with the Marketing Officer to deliver campaigns, create engaging content, capture photos and videos, and promote the Trust’s achievements across its schools.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in marketing, communications or PR.
• Ability to create engaging content for social media and digital channels.
• Willingness to learn and develop marketing skills.

Responsibilities

• Support marketing and communications activities across the Trust.
• Create engaging content for social media platforms and digital channels.
• Take photographs and videos of school events and achievements.
• Assist with planning, creation and scheduling of social media content.
• Promote positive stories, events and achievements from across schools.
• Help increase engagement with parents, pupils, staff and the wider community.

Skills

Social media

Content creation

Photography

Video production

Digital communications

Tools

Instagram

Facebook

TikTok

Job description

Marketing Apprentice

£18,000

Full Time 36.5 (Banked Hours)

Fixed Term - 18 Months

Kickstart your marketing career with a thriving and ambitious Multi Academy Trust.

The Prince Albert Community Trust (PACT) is seeking to appoint a Marketing Apprentice to join our Central Support Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, creative and motivated individual who is looking to begin a career in marketing, communications, social media or public relations.

Working closely with our Marketing Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the Trust's marketing and communications activities, with a particular focus on social media. You will help create engaging content, celebrate achievements across our schools, increase audience engagement and promote the outstanding work taking place throughout our Trust.

As an apprentice, you will gain valuable, practical experience while developing industry knowledge and professional skills in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

About Us

Prince Albert Community Trust is an innovative and growing Multi Academy Trust committed to delivering excellence for all. We are proud of our fantastic pupils, dedicated staff, supportive governors and Trustees, and strong local communities. Professional development sits at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to a coaching culture that supports continuous learning, reflection and growth, ensuring that every member of staff has the opportunity to thrive. Our family of schools includes Prince Albert Primary School, Heathfield Primary School, Highfield J&I School, Birchfield Primary School, Sutton Park Primary School, Lakey Lane Primary School and Prince Albert High School. As a developing Trust with ambitious plans for the future, we offer exciting opportunities for career progression and professional growth.

About the Role

As Marketing Apprentice, you will be involved in all aspects of school life and will work closely with staff across the Trust to create compelling content that showcases our schools and celebrates success.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of marketing and communications activities across the Trust.


• Creating engaging content for social media platforms and digital channels.


• Taking photographs and videos of school events, activities and achievements.


• Assisting with the planning, creation and scheduling of social media content.


• Promoting positive stories, events and achievements from across our schools.


• Helping to increase engagement with parents, pupils, staff and the wider community.


• Supporting the development of marketing campaigns and promotional materials.


• Maintaining brand consistency across communications.

This role would particularly suit someone with a passion for marketing, photography, videography and digital communications who is eager to develop their skills whilst making a positive impact.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Has:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• A positive, proactive and forward-thinking attitude.


• A creative eye and excellent attention to detail.


• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.


• The ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.


• An interest in marketing, communications, social media, photography and videography.


• Enthusiasm, initiative and a willingness to learn.

Why Join Us?

• Gain practical experience across a wide range of marketing and communications activities.


• Work within a supportive team.


• Develop professional skills through a structured apprenticeship programme.


• Be part of a Trust that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.


• Make a meaningful contribution to promoting the achievements of our schools and pupils.

Career Progression

Following successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, the Marketing Apprentice will have the opportunity to apply for a position as a Marketing Officer, providing a clear pathway for career development within the Trust.

For more information on the apprenticeship provider and course details please visit: https://www.themarketingtrainer.co.uk/apprenticeships/multi-channel-marketer

Benefits:

As a PACT employee you will have access to benefits listed below:

• Health Cash Plan


• Discounted gym membership


• 24/7 GP Helpline


• Retail discounts and cashback


• Free and confidential advice, information, and counselling service


• Well-being days

The PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo satisfactory online checks, and successful applicants will be required to complete enhanced DBS checks.

Visits are warmly welcomed and positively encouraged. If you wish to arrange a visit, please contact the PACT HR department via [e-mail] where the HR team will make the necessary arrangements.

Further information about the schools, our outcomes and philosophy can be found via our Trust website: www.the-pact.co.uk;

The PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

"This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role"

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We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time without prior notice. We may also interview and appoint before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Closing Date: 4 November 2026