OverviewEast Suffolk Services Limited, Address: Ufford, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP13 6ET. Salary: Year 1 - £16,341.10 per annum; Year 2 - £23,557 per annum. Hours: 37 hours per week. Contract: Apprenticeship, 21-month training contract, required to start as soon as possible.At East Suffolk Services, we deliver a wide range of essential local services that support the lives of over a quarter of a million residents and thousands of businesses across our district. We are a new, growing organisation with energy, ambition, and purpose. This is a role to help shape high-quality, efficient services that people rely on daily.A unique opportunity has arisen for a passionate individual to join East Suffolk Services Limited as a Communications and Marketing Apprentice.This is more than just a job; it is a chance to support and give back to your local community.Your roleYou will help support the delivery of creative, engaging campaigns across digital, print, and face-to-face channels. You will learn how to plan, create, and evaluate marketing activities that promote our services, improve brand awareness, and engage our diverse audiences, from local businesses to residents. You will develop skills in writing impactful copy, supporting our social media output and public relations activities, and contributing to the delivery of internal communication programmes.You will gain valuable hands-on experience while working towards a Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer Apprenticeship, supported by our friendly and experienced team.What you will needYou will need excellent written and verbal communication skills and a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade C or above or grade 4-9 (or equivalent). No previous marketing or customer services experience is required, as full training will be provided.Why join usAt East Suffolk Services, we value our employees. We recognise that talent, development, and retention are key to our success, and we strive to make East Suffolk Services a great place to work.BenefitsA top-tier health and wellbeing package through Canada Life, including online access to UK-based GPs and dentists, plus life insurance.A competitive, matched pension scheme through Royal London.Access to support networks and wellbeing initiatives, including mental health resources and bereavement counselling.Learning and development opportunities tailored to your role, including the Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer Apprenticeship.Exclusive discounts on tech, holidays and travel, fashion, health and beauty, and more.For more informationFor an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Becky Nottingham, Senior Communications Business Partner, by emailing becky.nottingham@eastsuffolkservices.co.uk.If you think you could bring enthusiasm and fresh ideas to the company, we would like to hear from you.Closing date: 12 October 2025.Interview date: Week commencing 20 October 2025.How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (Word).Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement template (Word). Your statement should indicate how you meet each criterion in the Person Specification. Other formats will not be accepted.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. CVs are not accepted.For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our Career Site. #J-18808-Ljbffr