Public Relations & Communications Apprentice

London Borough of Lambeth; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lambeth Council is offering a Public Relations and Communication Apprentice (Level 4) in London. This 20-month apprenticeship includes a starting salary with London Weighting and focuses on delivering internal and external communications.

You will assist in creating engaging campaigns, videos and blogs, and help organise events to inform and engage employees and residents. The role suits a collaborative, technology‑savvy individual with a people‑centred approach.

Qualifications

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative approach to achieve objectives.
• Proficient with technology and tools.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• People-focused and kind in approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering communications and engagement to keep employees and residents informed and connected.
• Create engaging communications including campaigns, videos and blogs.
• Help organise events and support delivery of communication activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative

Tech savvy

Flexible

People-focused

Job description

Job Title

Public Relations and Communication Apprentice (Level 4)

Contract

20-month Apprenticeship contract

Salary

Starting salary £31,086 per annum incl LW

About Us

It's an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, which stretches from the iconic landmarks of London Eye and Waterloo in the North to Streatham in the South. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces, and world-famous institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching work environment.

About the Role

In this role, you will assist in delivering communication and engagement to keep our employees and residents informed, connected, and engaged with Lambeth Council.

Using technologies and tools to support your work, you will assist in creating engaging communications, including campaigns, videos, and blogs, and in organising events.

Skills & Experience

• Communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A collaborative approach to work to achieve higher objectives.
• Active user of technology and tools.
• Flexible with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• People focused, putting people and kindness at the heart of everything you do.

Eligibility Criteria

• be 16 or over at the start of the apprenticeship
• live in England
• not be in full-time education and,
• have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the apprenticeship.
• You cannot claim funding if you already have a qualification in the same subject at the same level or have significant experience.
• The incumbent must meet the minimum skill level to undertake the level 4 apprenticeship. This will be determined by an initial assessment from the training provider usually assessing current working literacy and numeracy skill levels. The offer of employment is conditional on candidates meeting this minimum requirement otherwise the offer will be withdrawn.

You must meet at least one of the following criteria:

• Be a resident of Lambeth, have gained your qualifications in the borough, or be a current or previous recipient of Lambeth Care Leaver Services.

As part of the council’s corporate parenting role and responsibility we prioritise our opportunities for our looked after children and care for experienced young people. We offer a guaranteed interview if they meet the essential criteria in the person specification.

Equal Opportunities & Diversity

At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role.

Support for Care Leavers

We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.