Job Title: Digital Marketing Apprentice
Derbyshire Cricket Foundation (DCF) is the Governing Body for recreational cricket in Derbyshire, delivering services in support of the cricket community across the county. It is one of 39 County Cricket Boards & Foundations in England & Wales and works in partnership with key stakeholders to develop the recreational game locally in line with the strategy developed by the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB). We have an ambition to inspire a generation to say, “Cricket is a game for me”. The DCF is also a registered charity that aims to improve well-being and provide opportunities for diverse communities across the county through cricket.
The primary work location for the Digital Marketing Apprentice will be at the Central Co-op County Ground, Nottingham Road, Derby, but the role will require travel on a regular basis as the role will be proactive in engaging stakeholders across Derbyshire in support of the DCF strategy and business plan. The position provides an opportunity for the Digital Marketing Apprentice to work flexibly and this is likely to include the occasional requirement to participate in some evening and weekend commitments.
Purpose and Focus of the Role
The Digital Marketing Apprentice will play a key role in helping Derbyshire Cricket Foundation (DCF) grow its digital presence and engage with wider audiences. This role is designed to give a young person a valuable opportunity to gain real-world experience in the digital marketing industry while supporting the Foundation’s charitable aims through effective communication, content creation, and community engagement.
Working closely with the Marketing & Media Officer and the wider DCF team, the apprentice will help design and deliver digital campaigns that promote events, share impact stories, drive fundraising, and highlight opportunities for involvement in cricket across Derbyshire.
Principal Responsibilities (main duties)
- Digital Content Creation & Campaign Management
- Support the creation and scheduling of content for social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, TikTok)
- Assist in the creation of digital assets including posters, graphics, and videos
- Help write engaging and informative blog posts, emails, and newsletters
- Work on targeted digital campaigns to promote DCF’s programmes, fundraising events, and community impact
- Capture photos and videos at DCF events and matches
- Website & Email Marketing
- Support content management and updates on the DCF website
- Work with the team to improve web usability, accessibility, and SEO
- Assist with compiling and sending newsletters via email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp)
- Analytics & Reporting
- Monitor and report on the performance of digital campaigns
- Use tools such as Google Analytics and social media insights to understand trends and user engagement
- Provide monthly digital performance reports to the Marketing & Media Officer
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Assist with internal communications and liaising with project leads to gather stories and updates
- Support partnership visibility through collaborative posts and cross-promotions
- Help raise the profile of the Derbyshire Cricket Foundation through positive digital storytelling
- Events and Promotions
- Promote DCF’s events and initiatives to local audiences online
- Attend and support DCF events as part of the team’s digital promotion
- Contribute to live event coverage on social media when required
General
- Ensure the branding and identity of the programmes within
- Provide formal written reports and case studies and ensure that all monitoring and evaluation is undertaken as required.
- Support the development of the wider pool of volunteers and sports coaches by mentoring and / or signposting community members for opportunities both formally and informally.
- Promote the welfare of young people in Liaise with the County Safeguarding Officer and Assistant County Safeguarding Officer over safeguarding and welfare matters and any related concerns.
- Participate on various DCF and other groups as agreed and Attend relevant meetings, seminars, workshops and/or conferences as agree.
- Ensure a high level of local positive promotion and marketing of activities and events both locally and nationally through the development of the DCF website and media platforms.
- Commit to a personal professional development programme to provide an ever-improving service and support to all stakeholders. This will be agreed with the Managing Director of Derbyshire Cricket Foundation.
- To represent Derbyshire Cricket Foundation Ltd, other Partners and the game of cricket in a positive and professional manner.
- Other duties as required
To view the full Job Description and Person Specification please click HERE
Conditions of Employment:
Salary: Apprentice wage in line with national rates and progression
Contract Type: Fixed Term (2 years initially)
Expenses: 45p per mile will be paid for travel to duties directly related to your work for the DCF as per the DCF expenses policy. This does not include travel to and from work.
Mobile Phone Allowance
Pension: Pension Scheme Available – Apprenticeship contributions in line with scheme
Hours of work: 35 hours per week to include work on evenings and weekends as well as during the day on weekdays as required (Flexible working will be considered).
Holiday: 25 working days holiday per annum, plus public holidays.
Training: Fully funded Level 3 Digital Marketing Apprenticeship via Althaus Digital
Equipment & Support: Laptop, software access, mentoring and professional development support
If successful in your application, you will be required to provide documentary evidence of your right to live and work in the United Kingdom prior to commencing employment.
The selected candidates will need to produce one recent work and one personal reference.
The appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Derbyshire Cricket Foundation (DCF) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our services and are committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and the ECB requirements to ensure that all children participating in Cricket have a safe, positive and fun experience, whatever their level of involvement.
At the Derbyshire Cricket Foundation (DCF) we are committed to ensuring that cricket is accessible, safe, and welcoming to all, and to the principles of equality of opportunity. We aim to ensure that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of any of the protected characteristics outlined in the Equality Act, 2010; age, gender, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion/belief or sexual orientation. In line with these commitments, we will seek to recruit a diverse workforce of high quality, high performing individuals who have the specific competencies (qualifications/knowledge, skills, experience and behaviours) required for defined roles which will support achievement of our mission, strategy, and business plan. All applicants will have equality of opportunity during our selection processes, and decisions will be solely based on an individual’s ability to meet the requirements of the role. All applying candidates will be required to complete the DCF Equal Opportunities section of the application form.
To apply, please visit The Government Apprenticeship website and complete the application form and if you have any queries about the role ahead of applying, please contact Community & Partnerships Manager, Mark Barber at jobs@dcfcricket.com
Closing Date: Wednesday 24th August at midnight
Proposed start date: 1st October.
