Marketing Apprentice

Gipping Construction Ltd; Claydon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Gipping Construction Ltd is seeking a motivated Marketing Apprentice to start a career in marketing within the construction sector. You will gain hands-on experience across content creation, social media, campaigns and events.

Training aligns with a Multi-channel marketer level 3, with mentoring from industry professionals and opportunities to attend events and expand your network within East Anglia.

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE maths and English at A*-B/9-5.
• GCSE requirement as essential minimum for the role.

Responsibilities

• Create content for social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, website).
• Develop project case studies and company updates.
• Support production of marketing materials, presentations and brochures.
• Monitor and update website content for accuracy and engagement.
• Capture and organise project photography and marketing assets.
• Assist with marketing campaigns and internal communications.
• Organise company events, exhibitions and careers fairs.
• Visit live construction sites when required.
• Track marketing performance and prepare simple reports.

Skills

Communication

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation

Customer care

Problem solving

Presentation

Administration

Numbers

Analytics

Teamwork

Creativity

Initiative

Positive attitude

Tasks management

Microsoft Office

Social media

Canva

Photography

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Tools

Canva

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Marketing Apprentice to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in marketing while gaining valuable hands-on experience within the construction industry.

About the Employer

Gipping is an award-winning regional construction company delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors, including commercial, education, healthcare, residential, and community developments. We are committed to excellence, sustainability, and creating a positive impact in the communities where we work.

We employ between 35-40 staff based either at our head office in Baylham, or on various sites across East Anglia.

We have won multiple awards, most recently as a finalist in the East Anglian Daily Times, Suffolk Business of the Year, Customer Excellence category. We have held the Investors in People Gold Accreditation for over 8 years.

We became an Employee Owned Trust in 2023.

What You'll Do

Day to day responsibilities will include:

• Assist in creating content for social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Instagram, and the company website
• Develop project case studies, news articles, and company updates
• Support the production of marketing materials, presentations, brochures, and award submissions
• Monitor and update website content to ensure information remains accurate and engaging
• Capture and organise project photography, videos, and marketing assets
• Assist with marketing campaigns and internal communications
• Support the organisation of company events, exhibitions, careers fairs, and community engagement activities
• Visit live construction sites
• Help track marketing performance and prepare basic reports on campaign effectiveness
• Maintain project information
• Ensure all marketing activity reflects the company’s brand guidelines and values
• Assist with social value reporting and analysis

Training Outcome

• Support and mentoring from experienced professionals
• Opportunities to attend industry events and networking activities
• Career progression opportunities within a growing regional construction business
• Further training to support career progression

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Positive & Proactive Attitude
• Task management
• Professional and Approachable
• Microsoft Office Knowledge
• Interest in marketing
• Interest in communications
• Interest in digital media
• Social media/content creation
• Canva Experience (desirable)
• Interest in construction
• Interest in architecture
• Interest in sustainability
• Interest in built environment
• Interest in photography

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - maths and English - A*-B/9-5

Course Information

Course: Multi-channel marketer (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Sales, marketing and procurement

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm with a 30-minute lunch break each day.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: COLCHESTER INSTITUTE