AI Training & Apprenticeships 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