Ref: 117154
Hours of work: 37 hours per week.
Location: Wakefield College, with a willingness to travel to and work from Selby College and Castleford College as required.
Salary: £24,918 to £26,435 per annum
Fixed Term: 2 years
The Opportunity
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Apprentice Marketing Assistant to join our effective team of marketing and design professionals.
We are responsible for promoting the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group and our three Colleges to potential students and other key stakeholders across our districts, and beyond.
From advertising campaigns to social media, digital platforms to events - we work across the full marketing mix and are involved with a wide range of exciting projects.
The Team
We have a great team, working across all specialisms in Marketing - no two days are the same. We’re seeking an enthusiastic, high performing individual who’ll add another dimension and perspective.
The Role
As Marketing Assistant, you will support the team in the planning and implementation of events, the production of promotional literature and developing targeted data-driven campaigns to promote all of our Colleges and course types.
As an Apprentice Marketing Assistant, you should:
* Hold GCSE grade A* C / 9 - 4 in English or equivalent
* Hold GCSE grade A* C / 9 - 4 in Maths or equivalent
* Have a commitment to undertake the apprenticeship training to gain a level 3 or 4 (dependent on prior qualifications) qualification in marketing
You should also be able to demonstrate:
* Excellent communication skills
* High levels of accuracy
* A commitment to providing a quality service
See what we have to offer and come and join us. You won’t be disappointed.
Additional benefits include:
* Generous annual leave (30 days of annual leave + bank holidays + 5 College closure days)
* Generous, employer contributory, pension schemes
* Personal and Professional Development opportunities
* Discounted Metro Card Scheme
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Annual Staff Recognition Awards
For further details, please refer to the job description and person specification above.
Closing date: 31st August 2025
Interview date: 11th September 2025
PLEASE NOTE NO AGENCIES, DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY.
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.
We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.
If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal record check from the country/countries you have worked/resided in if you are the preferred candidate for the post. Further details of how to obtain the additional check is here: Criminal records checks for overseas applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) #J-18808-Ljbffr