Social Media PR & Communications – Degree Apprentice

• Date posted: Friday, 15 November 2024
• Closing date: Tuesday, 31 December 2024
• Location: Blackburn
• Salary: £20,000 - £21,500 per annum
• Contract type: Apprenticeship
• Department: Business Development
• Hours: 37.5 hours
• Interview date: TBC

Training 2000 is a large, independent training provider, based in Blackburn, Lancashire and is owned by the University of Central Lancashire. We have a heritage of over 50 years in Lancashire, delivering learning and development solutions and pride ourselves on delivery excellence in learning and creating outstanding talent.

This degree apprenticeship role aims to support the promotion of Training 2000 as a leading provider of technical and professional training and apprenticeships in Lancashire and beyond. The role focuses on creating engaging written content, managing social media channels, and assisting with various events. The apprentice will ensure that all communications adhere to Training 2000's brand guidelines, with particular emphasis on maintaining the appropriate tone of voice.

As part of the Business Development team, you will collaborate with different areas of the business to ensure accurate representation and promotion. Key departments you'll interact with include:

• Apprenticeship Recruitment
• Employer-Focused Account Managers
• Operational Departments – Engineering, Scaffolding, Health, and Professional Services

Don’t worry if you're unfamiliar with our organisation or the sectors we work in as comprehensive training will be provided. If you have a passion for social media, writing, or are eager to step into a dynamic and varied marketing role, we’d love to hear from you.

Upon successfully completing the Digital Marketing Degree Apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to transition into a permanent Marketing role within the Marketing team at Training 2000.

Please refer to the Role Profile for more information

Why work for Training 2000?

We believe Training 2000 is a great place to work. We genuinely care about our employees and offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• 27 days holiday (increasing to 32 days in accordance with service) plus Bank Holidays
• Birthday leave
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 5 days holiday per year
• Contributory pension scheme (after a qualifying period)
• Life insurance based on 4 x annual salary
• Annual CPD days and opportunities for career development and progression
• Family friendly policies
• Modern facilities
• Scope for hybrid working
• Free parking (on and off-site)
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Equality of Opportunity
Training 2000 are committed to equality, diversity and access for all.

Applicants who, because of a disability, would prefer recruitment information/application forms in a more accessible format should contact the HR team by e-mail: recruitment@t2000.co.uk or by telephone: 01254 54659

Safeguarding Statement
Training 2000 is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, learners, sub-contractors, employers and visitors to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to the receipt of enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) or a check via the Update Service as well as other recruitment checks.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, we conduct social media checks for all candidates shortlisted for interview in order to ascertain their suitability to work with children and young people.

We reserve the right to close this job vacancy early, should we find a suitable candidate prior to the closing date specified.

Training
This Degree Apprenticeship is delivered by TDM. Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship, you will be awarded a BSc (Hons) Digital Marketing (Integrated) Degree in partnership with Staffordshire University.

Application
To apply for this Degree Apprenticeship please fill out an application form on TDM's website. Please do not fill out the Training 2000 application form below.