Communications Assistant Apprentice (x2 opportunities)

We are looking for two Communications Assistant Apprentices to join the V&A’s Communications team:

• Communication Assistant Apprentice - V&A South Kensington
• Communication Assistant Apprentice - V&A East and Young V&A.

Both Apprenticeship roles will support the teams delivering creative campaigns and act as the first port of call for media contacting the Communications team and take responsibility for office admin.

Through the Apprenticeship, you will get the chance to further develop your communications, stakeholder management, and time management skills, all while studying towards your 15-month-long apprenticeship qualification (Level 4 Public Relations & Communications). You will also gain valuable working knowledge within the Communications team, networking, and building lasting connections.

Please find the job descriptions attached for more information about these two apprentice opportunities.

Application process:

Please apply online and upload your cover letter and CV as one document. Please read the attached CV and Cover letter guidance at the end of the job descriptions attached before submitting your application.

Your cover letter should be around 500 words and answer the following questions:

• Are you applying for the Communication Apprentice tole at South Kensington or V&A East Young V&A?
• Why would you like to work for the V&A and what makes you the person we are looking for? (Please refer to the person specification criteria on the role description).
• Why have you chosen to pursue this specific Apprenticeship?
• What experience do you have (if any) of working in Communications or PR?

The closing date for applications is Monday 17 April 2023 at 23:59 and interviews will likely take place on 24 April 2023.

Equal opportunities at the V&A

At the V&A we strive to ensure that opportunities to work and develop are open to all. We treat all job applications equally, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other equality characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from disabled people and people from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, as these groups are currently under-represented in the cultural sector.