- Employer:
- GPS Financial
- Location:
- R02-03 Cardiff Bay Business Centre, CF24 5EL, United Kingdom.
- Pay:
- £12.71 per hour
- Hours of work:
- 31-40 hours per week
- Training provider:
- Educ8
- Level:
- Apprenticeship (Level 3)
- Sector:
- Creative, Design and Media
- Pathway:
- Social Media and Digital Marketing
- Possible start date:
- 27 July 2026
- Closing date:
- 26 July 2026
- Positions available:
- 1
- Vacancy ID:
- 7082
About the apprenticeship
Duties
Content Marketing
Social Media
Video Content
Website Management
SEO Activities
Digital Advertising
AI and Automation
Customer reviews and testmonials
Reporting and administration
Telephone and office support
Software and systems
The successful candidate will gain experience using a variety of marketing, business, and communication tools including Canva, ChatGPT, WordPress, Google Search Console, Google Business Profile, Google Tag Manager, Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, LinkedIn Ads, Mailchimp, CRM systems, Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Please note that this list is not exhaustive. Additional software, AI tools, automation platforms, CRM systems and marketing technologies may be introduced as the role develops. The successful candidate should be comfortable learning and adapting to new systems and technologies.
Additional information
The Digital Marketing Trainee will support the marketing activities of GPS Financial while developing practical skills across digital marketing, content creation, SEO, social media, advertising, website management, AI, automation and client communications.
The successful candidate will work closely with the management team and gain hands on experience in a growing financial services business. This is an office based role offering genuine career progression from Digital Marketing Trainee to Marketing Assistant, Digital Marketing Executive and ultimately Marketing Manager.
The role is ideal for an ambitious individual who is eager to learn, listens carefully, follows instructions well, communicates professionally and takes pride in producing high quality work.
We are looking for someone who is self motivated, takes ownership of their work and is capable of using their initiative. Whilst full training and support will be provided, the successful candidate should be comfortable managing their workload, identifying opportunities for improvement, solving problems and contributing ideas as they develop within the role.
GPS Financial embraces modern technology and AI tools throughout the business. The successful candidate should be excited by the opportunities AI and automation provide and be willing to learn how to use these tools effectively and responsibly.
Requirements
Skills
Essential Skills & Qualities
· Excellent written English, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
· Strong understanding of correct use of capital letters and professional written communication.
· Strong attention to detail.
· Excellent listening skills.
· Able to listen carefully, take notes and accurately carry out tasks without needing repeated instruction.
· Able to follow instructions accurately.
· Professional and polite communication skills.
· Good organisational skills.
· Reliable and punctual.
· Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
· Comfortable receiving feedback and implementing changes.
· Good IT skills.
· Comfortable learning new software, AI tools, automation platforms and business systems.
· Comfortable using AI tools such as ChatGPT to improve productivity and efficiency.
· Able to critically review AI generated content and identify errors, inaccuracies, or areas for improvement.
· Strong willingness to learn automation tools and marketing systems.
· Able to think logically and follow processes accurately.
· Ability to work independently once trained.
· Able to manage their time effectively and remain productive without constant supervision.
· Uses initiative to identify tasks, solve problems, and contribute ideas without always being directed.
· Proactive approach to work and able to take ownership of responsibilities.
· Demonstrates a willingness to learn, research and find solutions before escalating issues.
· Demonstrates pride in their work and consistently checks the accuracy of content before submitting it.
· Takes responsibility for their work and actively looks for ways to improve processes, content and results.
Desirable Qualities
· Ambitious and interested in building a long term career in marketing.
· Friendly and easy going personality.
· Strong work ethic.
· Commercial awareness.
· Creative mindset.
· Interest in digital marketing, social media and content creation.
· Comfortable appearing in videos and creating content.
· Interest in AI, automation and emerging technology.
· Understanding of marketing automation and customer journeys.
· Basic understanding of CRM systems and automated workflows.
· Interest in property, finance, or business.
· Ability to identify errors and suggest improvements.
· Proactive approach to learning new skills.
· Willingness to embrace change and new technology.
· Enjoys solving problems and finding more efficient ways of working.
Qualifications
Maths and English GCSE Grade A-C Desirable
Language
- Welsh Spoken Skills:
- No
- Welsh Written Skills:
- No
Course details
- Training provider:
- Educ8
- Training provider course:
- Level 3 Digital Marketing
About the employer
GPS FinancialR02-03 Cardiff Bay Business Centre, CF24 5EL, United Kingdom
Disability confident
Yes, we are part of the Disability Confident Scheme from the UK Department for Work and Pensions.
Please note that all apprenticeships are open to everyone. However, some organisations have worked to achieve Disability Confident accreditation. You should always apply for the apprenticeship you feel best suited to.
Interview arrangements
Potential Applicants will need to submit a CV or Pen Profile and will be asked to attend an interview and details will be arranged as and when required.
How to apply
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