Choosing an apprenticeship over university isn’t always the obvious path but for many, it’s the most rewarding. In this blog, we speak to one of our recent learners, Nell Maze-Brown about her marketing apprenticeship experience with us. From school leaver to confident marketing assistant, Nell shares how hands-on learning, one-to-one support and real projects helped her with a strong start to their career.
What was your background before starting your apprenticeship?
Before I started my apprenticeship I was completing my A-Levels in Psychology, Sociology and Government and Politics.
Why did you decide to sign up to the apprenticeship?
Throughout studying my A-Levels I knew I didn’t want to attend University as I believed it didn’t suit my learning style. After lots of research I came across many apprenticeships and discovered that you can work whilst learning which really stood out to me. As someone who struggles just learning from theory I knew this hands on and practical learning style would be perfect for me.
How did you find the apprenticeship?
I did lots of research to find the perfect apprenticeship, I looked on Indeed, LinkedIn but I came across this Level 3 Marketing Assistant Apprenticeship on the government website.
How did the apprenticeship support your daily work?
The apprenticeship was constantly supporting my daily work, being able to apply the theory that I had learnt to my work made me feel really confident when completing tasks, it has given me a well-rounded knowledge which I will continue to take into every project, campaign, or task I am involved in at work.
Tell us about the company and what your job role involves?
SMC Corporation (UK) Ltd specialises in automation solutions, my role within the company involves supporting the marketing team with day-to-day tasks and longer-term projects aimed at promoting the company’s brand, products, and services. Some things I have been involved with include attending and supporting at exhibitions, social media management and content creation, email marketing, digital marketing such as SEO and so much more.
How did Oxford Professional Education support you in your apprenticeship?
Oxford Professional Education was a huge support throughout my apprenticeship, I had a 1-2-1 meeting every month with my tutor, I had catch up meetings with the support team and there was always someone to help answer questions and reach out to for any query I had. The team at OxPE are extremely supportive and are always doing what’s best for you, as their student, to succeed.
Would you recommend this apprenticeship to others?
I would definitely recommend this apprenticeship to others, I believe my experience as an apprentice has been nothing but positive, the support from my company and the team at Oxford Professional Education has been unparalleled.
What advice would you give to someone thinking of starting an apprenticeship
If you have the opportunity then take it! I think apprenticeships are the learning style of the future and believe you gain so much valuable knowledge, skills, and qualities that you can’t learn anywhere else.
Oxford Professional Education offer a range of marketing, project management, and procurement apprenticeships. If you are interested in completing an apprenticeship or would like to hire an apprentice for your company, get in touch with our team to find out more.