Apprentice Marketing Assistant

The Hyndburn Academy, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 4ED

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  21 September 2026 at 5pm

• Date listed

  6 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £18,000.00 - £24,000.00 Annually (Actual)

Apprentice Marketing Assistant job summary

About the Role

We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Marketing Apprentice to join our marketing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in marketing while gaining practical experience across content creation, social media, events, communications, and brand management.

You will support the delivery of marketing campaigns, create engaging content for a variety of channels, promote events and achievements, and help strengthen the organisation's presence within the local community.

The role is highly varied and will suit someone who enjoys being creative, working with people, and bringing ideas to life.

Key Responsibilities

Content & Communications

Create engaging content for digital and print channels, including social media, newsletters, photography, video, and promotional materials

Write and publish news stories, articles, and marketing content that showcase achievements, events, and success stories

Support the creation of displays, branded materials, and wider communications across the organisation

Digital Marketing

Help manage and grow the organisation's social media channels with creative, on-brand content

Support the maintenance and development of the website, ensuring content remains accurate and up to date

Monitor marketing performance and engagement metrics to help improve future campaigns

Events & Campaigns

Support the promotion of events, open evenings, performances, and other key activities

Capture photography and video content at events and help evaluate campaign effectiveness

Assist with recruitment, engagement, and awareness campaigns aimed at students, parents, and the wider community

Brand & Marketing Support

Act as a brand ambassador, ensuring all communications follow brand guidelines and maintain a professional standard

Support the delivery of the organisation's marketing plan and contribute ideas for future campaigns

General Responsibilities

Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders, attend meetings, undertake training, and comply with safeguarding, data protection, and organisational policies

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Health Cash Plan

One paid personal day per year

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Access to wellbeing support services, counselling, legal advice, financial support, and employee assistance programmes

Opportunity to gain experience within a large and supportive organisation

Candidate Requirements

Right to work and live in the UK

GCSE English and Maths at Grade 6/B or above

Educated to A-Level standard equivalent or higher

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications

Creative mindset with an interest in marketing, content creation, photography, or social media

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Professional, reliable, and proactive approach to work

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Flexible attitude and willingness to occasionally support evening events

Desirable Skills and Experience

Experience using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Affinity, or similar creative software

Experience creating content for social media platforms

Experience with photography, video creation, or editing

Experience updating websites or using content management systems (CMS)

Qualifications in Media, Design, Photography, Marketing, or other creative subjects

An understanding of relevant legislation concerning Safeguarding

The Apprenticeship

This role forms part of the Multi-Channel Marketer Level 3 apprenticeship delivered by The Marketing Trainer.

Over the 15-month programme, you will develop knowledge and skills across:

Campaign Management

Content Creation

Social Media Marketing

Brand Management

Digital Communications

Marketing Analytics and Reporting

Customer and Audience Insight

Project Management

Professional Communication Skills

All training is delivered remotely through small-group workshops, one-to-one coaching sessions, practical workplace projects, and online learning resources.

In addition to the apprenticeship, you will also complete a CIM Foundation Certificate at no additional cost, meaning you will achieve two recognised marketing qualifications.

Safeguarding

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures.

EDI Statement

We’re committed to building an inclusive, fair, and welcoming environment for every applicant. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we recruit based on ability, potential, and attitude — nothing else. If you need adjustments during the application or interview process, just tell us and we’ll make it work.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About The Hyndburn Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 641 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: The Hyndburn Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-hyndburn-academy

The Hyndburn Academy opened in September 2017 and was rated Good by Ofsted in May 2022. We are proud to be part of United Learning and work closely with our sister schools Accrington Academy and Marsden Heights Community College.

The Hyndburn Academy has ambitious plans for its students and staff. Over the next few years, we are aiming to rapidly transform into the successful school our fantastic students deserve.

The Hyndburn Academy is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

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