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Fundraising & Communications Assistant Apprentice

Rentstart (UK) LTD · Walton-On-Thames · posted 6 October 2026

Wage
£15,600 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Business administrator (level 3)
Starts
4 January 2027
Closing date
30 November 2026
Positions
1

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An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and creative individual to start a career in the charity sector. Working closely with the Community Engagement Manager, you will gain hands-on experience across fundraising, event management, social media, website content, and supporter engagement.

Key Responsibilities to include

  • Administration: Provide general office and team support, manage emails/calls professionally, handle data entry, schedule meetings, maintain GDPR-compliant records, and assist with CRM systems
  • Fundraising Support: Assist with campaigns and appeals, maintain donor records, prepare promotional materials, and help thank donors to build positive relationships
  • Event Planning and Delivery: Support the organisation, logistics, volunteer coordination, and promotion of community activities and fundraising events
  • Communications & Social Media: Manage multi-platform social media campaigns, content creation, analytics tracking, and sensitive storytelling to boost organisational impact and engagement

Your training

We will provide:

  • Mentoring and support from experienced charity professionals.
  • Opportunities to develop fundraising, communications and event management skills.
  • Experience across a broad range of charity activities.
  • A supportive and inclusive working environment.
  • The opportunity to make a real difference to people facing homelessness and housing insecurity.

Where it leads

By the end of this apprenticeship, you will gain hands-on experience in: Charity Operations: Business administration, office management, and CRM/database reporting. Growth & Engagement: Fundraising, supporter relations, and community partnerships. Digital & Comms: Event planning, social media strategy, website content, and impactful storytelling. This role provides the professional communication skills needed to launch a successful career in the non-profit sector.

About Rentstart (UK) LTD

At Rentstart, we believe everyone deserves a safe place to call home. As a dedicated charity operating across Elmbridge, we prevent homelessness and empower vulnerable people to rebuild their lives. From securing private tenancies and deposit guarantees to providing life-changing ongoing support, training, and guidance. Our small and passionate team makes a tangible difference every single day. If you want your work to have an immediate, positive impact on your local community, this is where you belong."

Things to consider

This role is ideal for someone creative, confident, organised and passionate about making a positive difference in their community.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsAnalytical skillsTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatienceCreative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential
  • GCSE English (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 51 High Street, Walton-On-Thames, KT12 1DH

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