AI Training & Apprenticeships Manager

AI Training & Apprenticeships Manager

Remote / Hybrid (UK)
Up to £60,000 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?

• 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