BID Marketing & Events Apprentice

Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
Salary: 19514 per annum(rising annually throughout the apprenticeship)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term 24 months
Hours: Full-time 37 hours
Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell Campus Didcot OX11 0QX
Closing Date: Sunday 2nd February 2026
Interview Date: Feb 2026 / Mar 2026
Start Date: September 2026

Join the Marketing and Events team within the Business and Innovation Directorate (BID) at STFC where we work to promote STFCs opportunities and activities to businesses of all sizes.

As a Level 3 Marketing and Events Apprentice you will play a key role in supporting campaigns and events that drive innovation business growth start-up development and campus activities. This hands-on role offers an outstanding opportunity to learn and develop skills in marketing event coordination and stakeholder engagement all within a dynamic scientific and technological environment.

About an Apprenticeship at STFC

Were looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals ready to develop their skills through formal training and hands-on experience. As an apprentice youll gain real-world experience build technical and professional skills and contribute to cutting-edge research and innovation in a dynamic supportive environment.

Youll be fully supported throughout the programme with regular check-ins from a dedicated Apprenticeship Coordinator structured training practical experience and mentorship from industry professionals. Plus youll have access to workshops a peer network and career development support helping you feel confident and prepared for new challenges.

Why join the Marketing and Events team at STFC

Joining the Marketing and Events team offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic creative and fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. You will contribute to campaigns and events that showcase the work of STFC engage with diverse audiences and help to drive real impact.

The BID Marketing and Events team is a collaborative and supportive group with a friendly team environment making it a great place to develop your career.

Qualifications gained

Level 3 Multi-channel marketer

Multi-channel marketer / Skills England

What youll learn:

• Offer exposure to a wide array of marketing practices and channels.
• Provide access to top-notch relevant training tailored to the multi-channel marketing landscape.
• Enable you to earn a range of qualifications specific to multi-channel marketing.
• Allow you to learn and earn simultaneously applying your knowledge directly in the workplace.
• Provide a unique blend of practical apprenticeship experience with advanced digital marketing knowledge.
• Develop understand and apply marketing briefs and event plans to ensure alignment with business objectives and brand consistency.

Training provider

Digital Marketing Apprenticeships Estio

As part of your apprenticeship training will be delivered through a mixture of online and workplace teaching.

What Youll Be Doing Day-to-day responsibilities

• Assist in planning coordinating and implementing events that support BIDs activities.
• Help build marketing materials for events newsletters and social media that highlight BIDs activities.
• Support the promotion of STFCs innovation and business support initiatives across different channels including websites and social media.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders ensuring smooth communication and event execution.
• Assist in monitoring and reporting on the effectiveness of marketing campaigns providing insights for continuous improvement.
• Provide general support to the marketing and events team contributing to overall team goals.

Entry Requirements

The below criteria will be scored during Shortlisting (S) Interview (I) or both (S&I).

We are looking for the following:

Essential

• GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) (S)
• An awareness of basic health and safety (I)
• Enthusiastic and motivated to learn both in the workplace and through formal training (S&I)
• A basic understanding of marketing and event promotion including the use of social media platforms (S&I).
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders (S&I).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail (I).
• A proactive attitude and willingness to give ideas and solutions (I).
• A team player (I)

Desirable

• Experience of using Microsoft Office; including working knowledge of MS Word Excel and PowerPoint (S&I)
• Curiosity about and passion for science (I)
• Curiosity about or experience with business development start-ups or innovation activities (I).
• Experience working on events or marketing projects in a team setting (S&I).

Important Information

• To complete the apprenticeship you will need to evidence passes at 9-4 or A*-C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English. For those sitting their GSCEs in Summer 2026 we would need evidence of your predicted grades.
• When applying for an apprenticeship there is a set residency eligibility criteria that must be met by the applicant. To check your eligibility please click here.
• The training provider will also ask you to complete an initial assessment during the application process. If you already have a qualification in this subject area or similar please include as an attachment your transcript outlining the grade/s achieved and modules covered. By applying for this apprenticeship you are giving permission for your details to be shared with the relevant training provider.

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Employee Benefits

• Your salary will increase annually as you progress through your apprenticeship in line with policy.
• 30 days holiday (in addition to 10.5 bank holidays and privilege days).
• Flexible working hours.
• An excellent defined average salary pension scheme.
• Easily accessible public transport links/ free parking.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.
• Cycle to work scheme.

For a list of our full benefits please visithere.

As this job does not fulfil the UK Government minimum criterion for obtaining sponsored migrant worker status we will be unable to apply for sponsorship for anyone not eligible to work in the UK. At interview all shortlisted candidates are required to bring with them identification documents and original documents that prove they hold or can obtain the right to work in the UK. You can check your eligibility here: to apply

Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert.

Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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