AI Training & Apprenticeships Manager

Description:

AI Training & Apprenticeships Manager
 
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???? Up to £70,000 + benefits
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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 deliveryProgramme 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 & InfluencingWhat 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 environmentsDesirable Qualifications

Assessing qualification (CAVA, TAQA, A1)
Teaching qualification (AET or equivalent)
Relevant industry certifications or qualifications in AI, Data, IT, or DigitalWhy 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 progressionIf 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 (phone number removed)