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Hiring in 2026 Will Feel Risky. Apprenticeships Lower the Stakes.

2026 looks uncertain. Rising costs, tight margins, and tax and NI changes mean one bad hire can hurt more than ever.

A marketing apprentice lets you build real capability without the gamble.

Instead of overpaying for a “junior marketer” who needs hand-holding, you hire someone who will be trained, supported, and developed alongside your business at between £16,000 – £20,000pa.

Lower cost. Lower risk. More control.

👇 Book a call and let’s talk about how a marketing apprenticeship would work for your business.

    Real Marketing Output — Without the Full-Time Salary Burden

    Small businesses don’t need theory. They need things done!

    📱 Social content created and posted

    🌐 Website updates handled

    🚀  Campaigns actually launched

    📊 Leads tracked and followed up on

    A marketing apprentice does the work while learning — and you’re not paying £28–35k to find out if they’re any good.

    With government funding covering the training, you’re investing in output, not overhead.

    👇 If 2026 feels like a year to play it smart, let’s talk.

    A Future-Proof Hire for Uncertain Times

    When the economy tightens, flexibility matters.

    Apprenticeships are adaptable by design. Skills are built gradually. Costs are predictable. Support is baked in. And if business priorities shift, you’re not locked into an expensive mistake.

    Many SMEs across Coventry and Warwickshire are already using apprenticeships to replace risky junior hires with something far more resilient.

    It’s not about “cheap labour”.

    It’s about sensible hiring in uncertain times.

    👇 Want marketing support without committing to a costly hire?

    Hire a marketing apprentice

    What people say about us

    Grace D
    The Man Cave Expo
    Event Coordinator

    My coach was exceptional during my apprenticeship. His extensive knowledge, helpfulness, and down-to-earth approach made my learning experience truly valuable. I highly recommend him as a trainer!

    Joe H
    SeatlabNFT
    Marketing Manager

    Mitch was an excellent apprenticeship coach thanks to his realistic perspective on real-world marketing applications. He was always approachable and had a brilliant understanding of working with young apprentices.

    Nuha M.
    Qmee
    Data Analyst

    During my Digital Marketing apprenticeship, my coach had a significant impact on my knowledge and skills in the field. He was a true expert, with an engaging teaching style and the ability to break down complex topics into simple steps. He provided personalised feedback which I could apply directly to my role at work as well as to my portfolio, and innumerable support. To me, what set him apart was his dedication to my (and everyone else’s) success – it was clear that he truly wanted the best for us. I couldn’t have asked for a better coach and recommend him wholeheartedly.

    Gemma M
    Associated Independent Stores LTD
    Events Social Media and Content Officer

    Mitch was a fantastic apprenticeship coach and helped me to achieve my Level 4 DM qualification. He was always patient and helpful and nothing was too much when it came to helping his students. I can’t thank him enough for all the help and experience he gave me when I was starting out in my career!

    Anna R.
    Thirdfort
    Product Marketing Manager

    Apprenticeship programmes have transformed the hiring process for junior marketing staff for me, offering undeniable benefits such as increased productivity, cost-effectiveness, and fresh perspectives. The apprentices’ willingness to learn injects new life into the team and improves management and marketing skills. Partnering with companies like The Marketing Trainer enhances the success of apprentices, making it a game-changing strategy for businesses.

    Lucy Hall
    Marketing Manager

    The Marketing Trainer has been incredibly helpful in finding two apprentices for us. They have been responsive and excellent at providing a variety of candidates. Although our apprentices have only just started their apprenticeships, they are so far pleased with the support they have received.

    David Coton
    Garden Site
    Partner

    The Marketing Trainer has supported our business by offering apprenticeships in digital marketing and customer care. This has been a great way to scale our business whilst being able to offer opportunities to students who want to learn and succeed in what they are doing within our business. Mitch is an enthusiastic teacher, an excellent communicator, a consummate professional in his field, and importantly was excellent at supporting our apprentices and the businesses’ needs.

    Chris Prince
    United Learning
    Marketing and Communications Cluster Manager

    We’ve had a great experience with TMT – they were really proactive in their recruitment and found us the perfect candidate, whose attitude to her work has been second to none. It’s been brilliant to see her progress over the last few months and how she’s been able to apply her learning to her day-to-day tasks, and TMT have been incredibly supportive throughout the whole process.

    Cheryl Cain
    United Learning
    Marketing and Communications Cluster Manager

    I started working with The Marketing Trainer following a recommendation from a colleague when we lost two members of our marketing team. In the past, it had proven difficult to find the right candidates, and we had spent a significant amount of money using recruitment agencies only to be disappointed. The recruitment process was handled by The Marketing Trainer making it stress-free for me and I was quickly presented with a great selection of graduates!  Within a couple of weeks, we had found two amazing individuals. Since then, the support from The Marketing Trainer has been great.  Both of our apprentices have become valued members of our team, have improved our marketing processes, and brought new energy and creativity to our campaigns – we simply couldn’t do without them!

    How the process works

    Once you’ve identified the need for a marketer and what you’re looking for, you’d…

    1. 📞 Book a 30-minute call to go over the details.
    2. 📢 We advertise your role, 📄 screen candidates, and 🔍 filter CVs.
    3. 📅 We get a shortlist to you in 7-10 working days.
    4. 🤝 You interview & hire your ideal candidate.
    5. ✅ Once they start, we handle the apprenticeship sign-ups—easy!

    👇 Let’s walk you through how a marketing apprenticeship would work for your business.

    The Basic Points

    1. Pay £16k–£20k for real marketing output
    2. Zero Employer NI for under-25s
    3. 16–18 months of structured, job-ready training
    4. A-levels, grads or career switchers — your pick
    5. No extra hand-holding vs a junior marketer
    6. No long-term tie-ins if it’s not working

    👇 See if an apprentice makes sense for your business

    The Marketing Trainer

    A smarter hire for uncertain times

    If 2026 feels like a year to avoid risky hires, a marketing apprenticeship gives you real output at a lower, more predictable cost (£16k – £20k pa) — with funding, support, and no agency fees.

    Book a short call to see if it makes sense for your business.

    Lower salary. Reduced NI. Funded training. £1,000 incentive (where eligible)

    CIM

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