Marketing Assistant (with Degree Apprenticeship Pathway)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated Multi Academy Trust in Dudley is looking for a motivated Marketing Assistant to enhance the marketing and communications team. This full-time position offers a unique chance to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment while working towards a fully-funded Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Marketing. Candidates will engage in social media management, content creation, and event coordination, supported by industry-leading training.

Benefits

Fully-funded Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Marketing

Access to cutting-edge marketing training

Opportunities to contribute to impactful projects in education

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• GCSEs and A-Levels/BTECs as mentioned.
• Excellent organizational skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage social media platforms and content.
• Support Trust-wide marketing campaigns.
• Assist in professional event coordination.

Skills

Organization

Social Media Management

Event Coordination

Content Creation

Digital Marketing

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

3 A-Levels (Grade CCC or above) or BTEC in marketing, business, media, or related fields

Job description

Vacancy for a Marketing Assistant (With Degree Apprenticeship Pathway)

Start date: 18th August 2025

Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week)

Grade 3 (SCP 3 – 4) £24,027 – £24,404 per annum (pay award pending)

Invictus Education Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising six secondary schools and one primary school, with over 750 employees and over 5,500 students, based in Dudley, West Midlands.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Marketing Assistant to join our dynamic Marketing, Media, and Communications Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone starting their marketing career to develop skills in social media management, content creation, event coordination, and digital marketing, while working towards a fully-funded Marketing Degree through a Degree Apprenticeship program.

As part of our thriving Multi Academy Trust, you will support meaningful education initiatives through creative campaigns, content, and events. You will gain hands-on experience managing social media platforms, supporting Trust-wide campaigns, and assisting in professional event coordination. Industry-leading training in AI, content creation, analytics, and design will be provided to support your career growth in a forward-thinking environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
• 3 A-Levels (Grade CCC or above) or BTEC qualifications in marketing, business, media, or related fields
• A positive attitude, excellent organizational skills, and a willingness to learn

Why Join Us?

· Earn while you learn with a fully funded Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Marketing or a related field

· Opportunities to contribute to impactful projects in education

· Access to cutting-edge training in marketing and communications

If you are passionate about communications, eager to build a marketing career, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this could be the perfect next step for you.

Apply now and be part of something bigger where your ideas and ambitions can make a real difference.

Closing date: 20th June 2025 at 12 noon

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Interviews are scheduled for: 25th June 2025

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, shortlisted candidates will undergo an online search to identify any content that could pose reputational or safeguarding concerns. Any findings will be discussed during the interview process.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All necessary safeguarding checks will be conducted, and a satisfactory outcome is required for employment. Details of these checks are available at: Keeping Children Safe in Education, 2024 – KCSIE 2024.

This role involves regulated activity and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and Children’s Barred List Check.

It is an offence to apply if barred from working with children.

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). Certain convictions are considered protected and do not need to be disclosed. Guidance can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974.

Appointments are conditional upon a satisfactory police records check via the DBS. Further guidance is available at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-filtering-guidance/dbs-filtering-guide.

We are dedicated to equal opportunity employment, ensuring no applicant is disadvantaged based on protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.