Ibstock plc / Ibstock Brick
We are recruiting for a Corporate Commination's & Digital Marketing Apprentice - (L3 Content Creator Apprenticeship)
Location: Ibstock Head Office, Leicester Road, Ibstock, LE67 6HS
Apprenticeship Duration: 18 months including End Point Assessment
Salary: £19,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (08.30am till 5.00pm - Monday to Friday including a 1 hour break)
We have a unique and exciting opportunity for a motivated Apprentice to join our friendly and creative Corporate Communications & Digital team at Ibstock – a UK leading building materials manufacturer. This role will provide you with a chance to learn about the principles of internal communication and the impact it can have in a business, as well as getting involved with our external digital marketing communications including our website and social media channels.
As part of the team you will have the opportunity to contribute ideas and bring a fresh perspective, utilising your skills to connect with both internal and external audiences – gaining understanding and learning practical skills.
Alongside your day to day role you will be studying for the Level 3 Content Creator apprenticeship, which will provide you with the foundational principles around creating content for a wide range of stakeholders.
You will get to learn on the job with mentoring and development from our colleagues and that you get to put your learning to practical use. Upon completion you will have developed your skills to grow your career in communications and digital marketing.
A typical day in the job:
- Work across all areas of the internal communications agenda to support the delivery of key projects and initiatives
- Draft and edit written copy for use on our intranet and Ibstock's website and social media channels
- Create a range of content and assets using creative design tools to cover a range of different audiences.
- Edit video content for internal and external use
- Capturing photography and videos across our multiple site locations, or at key events to use internally and externally
- Support with varied internal and external initiatives and events
- Support the maintenance and development of Ibstock's intranet and website
- Support the maintenance of the Digital Asset Management System
- Stay updated with the latest marketing trends and adapt strategies accordingly to enhance outreach and engagement
- Working towards your L3 Qualification in Content Creation
Skills required:
- Creative
- Organised
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A team player who can build good working relationships
- Willingness to learn new things and bring new ideas to the team
Preferred Qualifications:
- As a minimum requirement, you will need to have achieved 5 GCSE passes at Grade C/4 or above including in English and Maths or equivalent qualifications
Benefits of the Apprenticeship:
- Hands-On Experience: Gain practical experience in content creation and digital marketing in a professional setting
- Skill Development: Learn and develop a wide range of skills on the projects you get involved with
- Mentorship: Receive guidance and support from experienced professionals
- Career Advancement: Build a strong foundation for a career in corporate comms and digital marketing, with potential for future growth within the industry
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and expand your professional network
- Certification: Obtain a recognised qualification upon successful completion of the apprenticeship program
- Earn and learn – with a 10% matched pension administered by Legal and General, 3x life insurance, Share Save scheme eligibility, full access to Employee Assistance programme for self and family members, Access to Digicare+ to access same-day GP appointments and annual health checks, as well as Personal development and career progression opportunities and access to high street retail discounts platform – with access to discounts at Tesco, Asda, etc
For more information please visit our website:
Closing Date: Wednesday 18th September 2024
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion?
Excited about the role, but your past experience or qualifications don't perfectly match everything in the job description? We would encourage you to still apply. Studies have shown that some people, particularly from minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Here at Ibstock Plc we are dedicated to building belonging, empowering our colleagues to be their true self by offering a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or other future roles across the Ibstock Group.
Ibstock Plc are committed and passionate about building a diverse environment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, national origin, disability or age.