Marketing Assistant
| Posting date: | 11 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £26,906.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | 26906 - 26906 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 March 2026 |
| Location: | Guildford, GU1 1EZ |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | FEB20263773 |
Summary
About the roleActivate Learning is recruiting a Marketing Assistant to join our Group Marketing and Communications team. Reporting to the Group Marketing Business Partner and working closely with the Head of Marketing, this role provides hands-on support across a wide range of marketing activity, helping to deliver campaigns, content, events and digital activity across the group.This is a varied and practical role, ideal for someone at the early stages of their marketing career who is keen to gain experience across multiple disciplines, including digital marketing, content creation, events, social media and basic design. You will work alongside experienced marketing professionals and provide additional capacity during busy recruitment and campaign periods.This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a strong foundation in marketing within a large, collaborative team. As Activate Learning continues to grow, there are opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.This is a permanent, full-time role (37 hours per week), based at our Guildford campus, with some flexibility to support activity across the group as required.What do you need to be successful as a Marketing Assistant at Activate Learning?We are looking for a proactive, organised and enthusiastic individual with a genuine interest in marketing and communications. You will have strong attention to detail, good communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.You will enjoy working as part of a team, be willing to learn, and feel confident supporting colleagues with day-to-day marketing activity.• GCSE English at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent)• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook• Experience of marketing administration or supporting marketing activity• Experience of writing content for marketing or communications purposes• An interest in digital marketing and content creation• A proactive approach and willingness to develop new skillsExperience in the education sector is desirable but not essential.Who we areActivate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.Why work with the Activate Learning Group?Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for Activate Learning staff.Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits please visit our Wellbeing at Activate Learning - Activate LearningApplicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.