Content Creator/Marketing Apprentice

SLATERS ELECTRICALS LTD

BLAYDON ON TYNE (NE21 5TE)

Closes in 12 days (Sunday 20 September 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 7 September 2026

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Summary

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Marketing Apprentice to join our growing marketing team at an exciting time for the business. This is a hands-on role that will give you the opportunity to experience a range of marketing activities, from photography and video production to social media, content creation, exhibitions and advertising.

Wage

£16,995 a year

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Training course
Content creator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 37 hours a week, working hours TBC.

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 5 October 2026

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

1

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

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Marketing Apprentice to join our growing marketing team at an exciting time for the business. This is a hands-on role that will give you the opportunity to experience a wide range of marketing activities, from photography and video production to social media, content creation, SEO, exhibitions and advertising. You won’t just be learning about marketing from a textbook. You’ll be getting involved in real projects, creating content that will be seen by our customers and industry, and developing practical skills across a broad range of marketing disciplines.

General Responsibilities:

A large part of your role will involve creating engaging visual and written content for Slaters Electricals. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Taking high-quality photographs of our transformers, switchgear, equipment, facilities and projects
  • Editing and preparing images for use across our website and social media channels
  • Creating and editing video content for LinkedIn and other social media platforms
  • Operating our drone to capture aerial photography and video of our facilities, equipment and projects
  • Writing social media posts and other marketing content
  • Planning and publishing content across our website, LinkedIn and other social media channels

This is not just a role about content, photography and video production, you will also have the opportunity to:

  • Learn about SEO and how to optimise content for search engines
  • Help plan and organise exhibitions and events
  • Supporting third-party advertising and promotional campaigns
  • Helping to maintain and update marketing materials
  • Monitoring social media and marketing performance
  • Coming up with new ideas for content and campaigns
  • Working with different teams across the business to identify interesting projects, products and stories to share

Where you'll work

SCOTSWOOD BRIDGE WORKS
BLAYDON ON TYNE
NE21 5TE

Training

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

Training provider

GATESHEAD 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

Content Creator Level 3.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade Grade C/4)
  • Maths (grade Grade C/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
  • Team working
  • Independent working
  • Interest in social media
  • Interest in photography
  • Comfortable learning software

About this employer

Slaters Electricals is a well-established business (over 100 years old) with a strong reputation in the electrical industry. We specialise in transformers and switchgear, supplying new and refurbished equipment and providing installation, maintenance and repair services to customers across the UK. We also have a proven track record of developing apprentices within the business. Many of our former apprentices have gone on to build successful careers at Slaters, with several now holding senior positions within the company.

https://slaters-electricals.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship possible permanent position within the Marketing Team.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

GATESHEAD COLLEGE

apprenticeships@gateshead.ac.uk

0191 490 2418

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000049621.

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Closes in 12 days (Sunday 20 September 2026 at 11:59pm)