Marketing Apprentice (Sport & Childcare)
JC Sports & JC Little Explorers
Got a phone full of ideas for content and a passionate about the idea of working with children in sports and childcare? This could be your first step into a marketing career - with training, mentoring and real hands-on experience from day one.
About the Role
This is a genuinely different apprenticeship. You'll split your time between two roles, working 30 hours a week.
For 15 hours a week, you'll be part of JC Sports before and after-school wrap-around care team, supporting kids, having fun, and being a positive presence in their day at primary school. We provide full training.
- DBS check
- First aid
- Paediatric first aid
- Safeguarding children
- Food hygiene
- Any other certifications required for the role
For the rest of your hours, you'll be in the office working directly with our Marketing Manager, getting stuck into social media, content creation and marketing campaigns across both JC Sports and JC Little Explorers. Two brands, two audiences, double the experience.
This role is genuinely built for someone who wants to learn on the job and grow into a skilled, well-rounded marketer - not just tick a box on a training scheme.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting our before and after-school clubs, helping kids have a great time in a safe, fun environment
- Creating and posting content across social media (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and more)
- Helping plan and run marketing campaigns for both JC Sports and JC Little Explorers
- Getting involved in photography, videography and basic content editing
- Supporting community events, open days and promotions
- Learning the ropes of brand building, customer engagement and marketing strategy from an experienced Marketing Manager
- Working towards a recognised marketing apprenticeship qualification
About You
- Passionate about sport, kids, or both
- Genuinely eager to learn - this is a "grow with us" role, not a finished product
- Comfortable on social media and interested in what makes good content tick
- Some experience in a customer-facing, sport, childcare or creative role is a bonus, but attitude matters more than a CV
- Reliable, friendly and happy working with children
- Willing to complete required training and background checks (DBS, safeguarding, first aid, etc.)
- Good communicator, organised, and not afraid to pitch in
What We Offer
- Full apprenticeship training and a recognised marketing qualification
- Hands-on mentoring from our Marketing Manager
- Real experience across two brands, not just one
- A fun, supportive, and sport- and child-focused environment
- A genuine path into a marketing career, with room to grow as you develop
- Competitive apprenticeship wage
Safeguarding
JC Little Explorers and JC Sports are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, references and safer recruitment procedures.
Ready to learn, create and grow with us? Apply now with your CV and a short note telling us why this role is for you.
Pay: £12,480.00-£16,640.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
