Marketing Executive Apprentice, Hamwic Education Trust

Company: Dorset Council
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Location: Southampton
Job Description:

Location

Head Office in Southampton (SO16 0AJ), with travel to HET schools and conferences as required.

Contract

37 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks per year) with off‑the‑job training as required; Fixed term 18 months (including end‑point assessment).

Salary

Salary between £18,000 to £22,000 per annum (actual) plus Level 4 apprenticeship course fully funded.

Start Date

September 2026.

Application Deadline

Friday 28 August 2026 at midday.

Interview Date

Monday 14 September 2026.

Role Summary

We are seeking to appoint a Level 4 Marketing Executive Apprentice to support the delivery of our 2026‑2027 Marketing Plan.

In this role, you will support social media, website content, newsletters, case studies, recruitment marketing, events, branding, analytics and campaign delivery. You will help create content that celebrates our schools, staff, services and the difference we make for children and communities.

You will work with senior leaders, school teams, managed services and external partners, while completing the Level 4 Marketing Executive apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute marketing campaigns across digital and offline channels.
  • Develop and produce compelling marketing content for a range of audiences.
  • Maintain and manage social media channels, website content and internal communications.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to promote HET’s brand and initiatives.
  • Analyse marketing performance metrics and report on outcomes.
  • Support event planning and promotion activities.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrates creativity, enthusiasm and a proactive approach to work.
  • Strong written communication skills and confidence to create content for a variety of audiences.
  • Keen interest in social media, digital communications and content creation.
  • Highly organised with excellent time management skills and willingness to learn and develop.
  • Ability to build positive and effective working relationships with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Passion about education and commitment to making a positive difference.

What We Offer You

  • A role that enables you to gain a recognised Level 4 apprenticeship qualification while developing hands‑on experience in a large, values‑led multi‑academy trust.
  • An opportunity to be part of a collaborative managed services team with a shared vision of excellence.
  • Flexible working approach, where possible, including hybrid working.
  • Wellbeing day.
  • Excellent training and development programmes and opportunities.
  • Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service.
  • Access to our benefits portal offering a full range of discounts available through Lifestyle Savings.
  • Access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme (free confidential phone and face‑to‑face counselling for employees and family members).
  • Access to financial wellbeing support through a company that provides comprehensive guidance on all things mortgage related.
  • Eligible for a Blue Light card.

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Posted: July 24th, 2026