Marketing and Operations Manager Review
at Maritime Academy Trust
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Marketing
Kent
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.9 /5
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5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
As Marketing Lead for Maritime Academy Trust, I oversee the development and delivery of a comprehensive digital communications and marketing strategy that enhances brand awareness, supports school-level admissions campaigns, and strengthens internal engagement. I manage the Trust’s social media presence, website, and intranet, creating compelling multi-channel content and coordinating activity across schools to ensure brand consistency and impact. I line manage the Trust Marketing & Communications Officer and Marketing Assistant and collaborate with Headteachers and central departments to drive audience-focused campaigns, promotional activity, and stakeholder relationships. My role combines strategic planning with hands on content creation using tools such as Visme and Canva, while supporting schools in maintaining compliant and engaging online platforms. Alongside these responsibilities, I am undertaking a Level 6 Marketing Manager Apprenticeship, dedicating six hours weekly to study and professional development.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really do enjoy my programme. It has allowed me to build on my professional knowledge, apply learning directly to my role, and develop new skills while working towards a recognised qualification, which I find really motivating.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
My Level 6 Marketing Manager apprenticeship has strengthened my leadership skills by helping me take greater ownership, influence others more confidently, and manage marketing activity with a more strategic mindset. It has also developed my ability to collaborate with stakeholders, lead by example, and balance planning, communication and continuous improvement while applying learning directly to my day job.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The online learning portal is excellent and well structured. The monthly personal tutor meetings have been invaluable.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Maritime have been very supportive, allowing me the time in my working week to complete the apprentiecship learning.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Cambridge Marketing College have been incredibly supportive.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It definitely helps me in my role by giving me a stronger understanding of strategic marketing, leadership, and best practices that I can apply directly to my day to day work.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
We have regular team-building events and socials.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Maritime Academy Trust to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would recommend Maritime as an employer because they genuinely invest in their people through a strong commitment to CPD and ongoing development. I also value the flexibility I am given in my role, along with the flexible working arrangements, which help support a positive work-life balance and allow me to do my job effectively.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Maritime Academy Trust?
I would advise others applying to Maritime Academy Trust to take time to understand our BHAG and our behaviours. These shape how we work at Maritime as we have a clear long-term vision.
Be clear about the impact you can bring to the team. It is important to have a positive attitude and to value collaboration as we all work really closely as a central team and with our schools.
Be clear about the impact you can bring to the team. It is important to have a positive attitude and to value collaboration as we all work really closely as a central team and with our schools.
