Public Relations Apprentice - Community Engagement

Job Introduction

At Tarmac we are passionate about supporting communities through a wide range of activities and communications, from giving donations to important local causes to volunteering and hosting open days and events to meet and listen to our neighbours. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn while making a real difference. As a Public Relations Apprentice - Community Engagement, you'll be working with the Community Engagement Manager as part of our award-winning Communications and Corporate Affairs team, gaining valuable experience in communications, reputation management and social purpose.

Role Responsibility

Tasks may include:

•Monitoring, administration, measurement and reporting of donation requests and local community engagement plans

•Supporting with events and activities to continue and grow positive relationships in local communities around some of our most prestigious sites

•Drafting of social media posts, press releases, articles and online stories highlighting Tarmac's role in the community

This position is hybrid – with time in the office and at home, with the occasional need to travel to Tarmac sites to meet local teams to help support their community activities.

While you're on the scheme with us, you’ll complete a higher apprenticeship in Public Relations & Communications Assistant – A great opportunity to earn whilst you learn!

For more details on the learning and development you'll complete on the apprenticeship programme, please see the link below to the Apprenticeship Standard. 

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/public-relations-and-communications-assistant-v1-0

a great opportunity to learn as you earn!  

The Ideal Candidate

Our people come from a variety of different backgrounds and prior experience isn’t always necessary for success. This following transferable skills and qualifications are beneficial in this role:

Qualifications required:

• Five GCSEs (or equivalent) A-C or numbered equivalent (9-4) including English and Maths, or level 3 qualification, including A levels, NVQ, BTEC, or Level 3 apprenticeship.

Skills:

•  A keen interest in all things digital​.

• Creative​.

• Analytical with good attention to detail.

• Self starting 

• Team player​.

• Customer-focused​.

• Relationship driven​.

• Hungry to learn and develop.

Why Us

We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits: 

• Bonus scheme 
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme 
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc. 
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice 
• Access to join our Employee Communities inc. BAME; LGBTQ+; Working Parents 
• Training and development opportunities 

Interested? Why not click here to find out more?  Go on… are you ready to build your future?

Tarmac is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Tarmac Trading Limited