Public Relations and Communications Assistant - Apprentice

This apprenticeship is a great way to start your career while learning new skills in research, communications, and working with local businesses. You’ll help with real projects that make a difference in Doncaster, like regeneration and skills development, and gain a Level 4 qualification with full training and support along the way.

• Support the delivery of research projects such as the Quarterly Economic Survey and the Local Skills Improvement Plan, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Use both quantitative (e.g. surveys, statistical analysis) and qualitative (e.g. interviews, focus groups) research techniques.
  Conduct desk-based research to provide context for policy and campaign work.
• Present insights in clear and accessible formats for internal and external audiences.
• Write and edit engaging content across multiple channels, including press releases, social media posts, briefing papers, blog articles, and newsletters.
• Help develop clear, consistent messaging that supports the Chamber’s priorities and campaign objectives.
• Assist in the Chamber’s digital presence, including monitoring and responding to social media activity to maintain positive stakeholder engagement.
• Monitor media coverage, political developments, and emerging trends relevant to Doncaster’s economy and business community to inform communications strategy.
• Support campaign planning and evaluation by contributing to audience research, messaging refinement, and impact measurement.
• Assist with the organisation of policy forums and stakeholder groups, including providing secretariat support (e.g. preparing agendas, taking minutes, following up on actions).
• Support the planning and delivery of policy events through promotion, sending invitations, supporting registrations, preparing event materials and on-the-day event support.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Chamber members, public sector partners, and community stakeholders.
• Help coordinate interviews, focus groups, consultation events, and roundtables.

Training will take place mainly in the workplace at Doncaster Chamber, with regular off-the-job learning built into the role. This will include opportunities to work with the wider Chamber team, support events, and spend time with local businesses and stakeholders to build practical experience. The apprentice will also complete structured training courses with a specialist provider, delivered through a mix of online sessions and occasional in-person workshops. Training is expected to take place one day per week, with ongoing support from both the Chamber team and the provider throughout the apprenticeship.