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AI and Data Apprenticeship Manager

AI Training & Apprenticeships Manager


Remote / Hybrid (UK)

Up to £70,000 + benefits

Full Time | Permanent

25 days holiday + bank holidays | Flexible working


About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and driven AI Training & Apprenticeships Manager to lead and develop a growing delivery function across AI Apprenticeships and short courses.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership role—you will lead from the front as a subject matter expert in AI, apprenticeships, and funded training, while managing and developing a small but expanding team of Apprenticeship Trainers and Skills Coaches.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping high-quality learning experiences, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and driving performance across programmes in one of the fastest-growing areas of digital skills—Artificial Intelligence and Automation.


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead, manage and mentor a team of Apprenticeship Trainers and Skills Coaches
  • Deliver high-quality training, coaching and workshops across AI apprenticeship programmes and short courses
  • Act as the subject matter expert for AI, automation, and digital learning delivery
  • Oversee learner progress, quality assurance, and End Point Assessment (EPA) readiness
  • Ensure programmes are delivered in line with funding rules and compliance requirements
  • Work closely with employers to support learner success and satisfaction
  • Support curriculum development aligned to industry needs and emerging AI trends
  • Drive performance, engagement, and continuous improvement across delivery


Programme Content

You and your team will support learners across topics such as:

  • AI Ethics, Governance & Data Protection
  • AI Risk, Security & Compliance
  • Process Improvement & Automation
  • Automation Tools
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Human-Centred AI Design
  • Agile Delivery & AI Implementation
  • Change Management & AI Adoption
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Influencing


What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience within Apprenticeships delivery (essential)
  • Strong understanding of apprenticeship funding, compliance, and Skills England requirements
  • Experience managing or mentoring Trainers, Coaches, or Assessors
  • In-depth knowledge of AI, Automation, Digital, or Data programmes
  • Background delivering or overseeing Level 3 / Level 4 apprenticeships and/or short courses
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to balance hands-on delivery with team management responsibilities
  • Experience working in remote or hybrid learning environments


Desirable Qualifications

  • Assessing qualification (CAVA, TAQA, A1)
  • Teaching qualification (AET or equivalent)
  • Relevant industry certifications or qualifications in AI, Data, IT, or Digital


Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to lead within a high-growth AI and digital training environment
  • True autonomy and influence in shaping programmes and delivery
  • Flexible / remote working arrangements
  • Competitive salary and strong benefits package
  • Supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking team
  • Ongoing professional development and career progression


If you're passionate about AI, education, and developing people, and you're ready to step into a leadership role where you can make real impact—we’d love to hear from you.


For more information please contact Simon Atkins on 07894 752230

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