Level 3 Content Creator Apprentice

CORNWALL EDUCATION LEARNING TRUST

Cornwall (TR7 2LZ)

Closes in 13 days (Sunday 22 March 2026)

Posted on 9 March 2026

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Summary

Cornwall Education Learning Trust are offering an exciting opportunity to gain the Level 3 Content Creator apprenticeship for an individual to join their team. The successful candidate will be learning to develop and create written and audio visual content that can be used across a variety of platforms and media.

Wage

£14,526.20 to £23,492.04, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course
Content creator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00.

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 6 April 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Develop professional skills in content creation, digital tools, audience analysis and campaign delivery as part of the apprenticeship programme
  • Assist in producing multimedia content such as short videos, graphics, photography and basic design assets in line with CELT branding
  • Create compelling, high-quality digital and print content to support CELT communications, including social media posts, website updates, newsletters, promotional materials and internal briefings
  • Work with colleagues across schools and central teams to gather information, stories and case studies that showcase our teaching, leadership and professional development
  • Translate strategic priorities, educational programmes and research-informed practice into clear, accessible and audience-appropriate content
  • Support the planning and delivery of content campaigns linked to recruitment, events, conferences and professional learning initiatives
  • Maintain and update website content, ensuring accuracy, clarity and consistency
  • Use analytics and engagement data to evaluate content performance and inform future improvements
  • Ensure all content aligns with CELT values, brand guidelines and safeguarding expectations. Contribute to content planning schedules and support the development of a coherent trust-wide communications approach

Where you'll work

Cornwall Education Trust, Atlantic Centre
Trenance Leisure Park
Newquay
Cornwall
TR7 2LZ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

CORNWALL COLLEGE

Training course

Content creator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Interpret the aims of the brief.
  • Research ideas and concepts to meet the brief.
  • Evaluate brand requirements and brand guidelines.
  • Prepare a mood board or other visual aid for the content to be created.
  • Present ideas, pitches and proposals for creative content to be further developed.
  • Storyboard and outline script their ideas for content to be developed.
  • Interpret data, consider its integrity and use it to inform content.
  • Develop accessible written content for different platforms and devices.
  • Apply best practice and inclusive language when creating content.
  • Write and edit copy or scripts for use on different channels and platforms.
  • Create or capture visuals and audio using standard packages and equipment.
  • Source, obtain and prepare media assets for use; using industry standard packages to adapt and edit content.
  • Use industry standard tools and content management systems to organise, structure and label content effectively, methodically and securely enabling efficient search and retrieval.
  • Identify and recommend the platform/s or channel/s to use for the media campaign.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, colleagues and suppliers, establishing and using professional contacts.
  • Engage and respond with audiences through social media, adapting content to respond to evolving circumstances.
  • Monitor user experience to ensure content is focused on maximising engagement.
  • Analyse the differences between audiences using audience segmentation techniques and data.
  • Use lessons learned to evaluate the success of the content and identify areas for improvement for future campaigns.
  • Use continuing professional development planning to support own current and future training and development needs.
  • Operate effectively within the production workflow to meet production timelines.
  • Interpret the aims of the brief.
  • Research ideas and concepts to meet the brief.
  • Evaluate brand requirements and brand guidelines.
  • Prepare a mood board or other visual aid for the content to be created.
  • Present ideas, pitches and proposals for creative content to be further developed.
  • Storyboard and outline script their ideas for content to be developed.
  • Interpret data, consider its integrity and use it to inform content.
  • Develop accessible written content for different platforms and devices.
  • Apply best practice and inclusive language when creating content.
  • Write and edit copy or scripts for use on different channels and platforms.
  • Create or capture visuals and audio using standard packages and equipment.
  • Source, obtain and prepare media assets for use; using industry standard packages to adapt and edit content.
  • Use industry standard tools and content management systems to organise, structure and label content effectively, methodically and securely enabling efficient search and retrieval.
  • Identify and recommend the platform/s or channel/s to use for the media campaign.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, colleagues and suppliers, establishing and using professional contacts.
  • Engage and respond with audiences through social media, adapting content to respond to evolving circumstances.
  • Monitor user experience to ensure content is focused on maximising engagement.
  • Analyse the differences between audiences using audience segmentation techniques and data.
  • Use lessons learned to evaluate the success of the content and identify areas for improvement for future campaigns.
  • Use continuing professional development planning to support own current and future training and development needs.
  • Operate effectively within the production workflow to meet production timelines.

Training schedule

  • You will be required to attend Cornwall College Camborne once a week
  • You will be working towards a Level 3 Content Creator Apprenticeship Standard qualification
  • This apprenticeship consists of a mixture of off the job training and on the job mentoring and development within the workplace

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Patience

Other requirements

  • Due to the nature of this role, occasional evening and out-of-hours work will be required to support events and key trust activities.
  • Ideally you will be able to drive and have access to a car.
  • Excellent ICT skills; sound working knowledge and experience of using Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Creativity and an interest in producing high‑quality content.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Awareness of digital trends and content‑creation tools.
  • Ability to work to deadlines and respond to feedback.
  • Works effectively as part of a team.
  • Ability to establish good working relationships with adults and young people.
  • Demonstrates high level of patience, understanding, and empathy with young people.
  • Diplomatic and discreet; experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential information.

About this employer

At Cornwall Education Learning Trust (CELT), our mission is clear: to provide every learner with an exceptional educational experience. One that enables them to thrive, achieve and succeed in life. We believe in a 100% mindset, that every learner, in every classroom, in every school, deserves the very best we can offer. For us, 100% means no compromise: no learner left behind, no community overlooked, and no opportunity wasted.

 

Our strategic goals reflect this ambition. We are committed to empowering and growing our people, building an ambitious all-through entitlement, forging exceptional relationships with our communities, transforming provision through meaningful partnerships, and leading an ethical, effective and innovative organisation. These are not just aspirations; they are promises that shape the way we work and the culture we are building together.

 

Joining CELT means becoming part of a values-driven trust where collaboration, innovation, and care for people are at the heart of all we do. If you share our 100% mindset, are passionate about education, and want to make a tangible difference to learners and communities across Cornwall, we would be delighted to welcome you to CELT.

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After this apprenticeship

  • Please note that there is no guaranteed job at the end of the apprenticeship; however, opportunities may be available depending on business needs

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CORNWALL COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000020049.

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Closes in 13 days (Sunday 22 March 2026)

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