Trainee Marketing Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Bangor; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local coffee brand based in Bangor is seeking a Marketing Assistant to support social media campaigns, manage in-store promotions, and engage with community initiatives. This role offers a chance to learn and develop within a fast-moving environment while working up to 25 hours per week. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and a passion for the coffee culture. Salary ranges from £7.55 to £12.21 per hour depending on age, with the opportunity for additional hours.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and a passion for brand-building within coffee culture.
• Curiosity, organization, and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating and scheduling social media content across platforms.
• Support the planning and execution of marketing campaigns and promotions.
• Help maintain consistent brand messaging across digital touchpoints.
• Engage with community initiatives and local partnerships.

Skills

Basic Numeracy and Writing

Ability to use Smartphones and cameras

Social media platform knowledge

Marketing knowledge

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: CARGO COFFEEThis role suits someone eager to learn and grow within a fast-moving, hands-on marketing environment. You will support social content creation, assist with campaigns, manage in-store promotions, engage with local community initiatives, and help deliver consistent brand messaging across digital and physical channels. Training will include social media management, basic design tools, customer insights, promotional planning, and campaign analytics. The ideal candidate will bring strong communication skills, curiosity, organisation, and a genuine passion for brand-building within coffee culture. This is an exciting development role with real opportunity to progress into marketing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating and scheduling social media content across platforms (e.g. Instagram, Facebook, TikTok).
• Support the planning and execution of marketing campaigns and promotions.
• Help maintain consistent brand messaging across digital and physical touchpoints.
• Support community engagement initiatives, events, and local partnerships.
• Assist with basic design tasks using tools such as Canva or similar platforms.
• Capture photos and short videos in-store for marketing use.
• Monitor social media engagement and assist with responding to messages and comments.
• Collect customer feedback and insights to support marketing decisions.
• Assist with promotional planning, launches, and seasonal campaigns.
• Support reporting on campaign performance and basic analytics.
• Maintain organised marketing calendars, content plans, and asset folders.
• Work closely with shop and management teams to ensure promotions are correctly implemented.

Skills and Qualifications

• Basic Numeracy and Writing.
• Ability to use Smartphones and cameras.
• Social media platform knowledge.
• Marketing knowledge.

Further Information

The Employer is: CARGO COFFEEJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1750687 Job Sector Marketing Area Co Down Location Bangor Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 16/12/2025 Closing date 26/01/2026 Worktime Monday - Sunday, 7.00am - 5.00pm (5 days out of 7)

Area: Republic of Ireland
Closing date: 20 Dec 2025