Level 6 AI Machine Learning Apprenticeship

Location: Newbury office +
* Hybrid

Salary: £26,300 (non-London) and £28,940 (London), plus annual performance bonus and Vodafone Three benefits

Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. At Vodafone Three we’re not just expanding connectivity, we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services and communities across the country.

We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress – today.

At Vodafone Three, you won’t just start an apprenticeship, you’ll start shaping a future. From your very first day, you’ll be welcomed into a community that knows the value you bring, supported by experienced mentors who guide, encourage and challenge you. You’ll work on meaningful projects that help build the UK best network, all while developing your confidence, capability and skills.

Whatever path you’re stepping from – sixth form, college or a career change – this is where you take your next step with purpose. Here, you’ll find an environment built on collaboration, shared experience and teams who always have your back. This is a place where people know you, where your contribution matters and where you become part of something bigger.

You’ll join Vodafone Three’s network team – where our mission is to build the UK’s best network. We’ll connect millions of people and businesses across the country. Be part of the team that makes it all happen – simplifying, automating and bringing better connectivity than ever before, with giga‑fast speed, to our customers.

As a Machine Learning apprentice, you’ll design, build and maintain machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that solve business problems, drive innovation and support Vodafone Three’s goals.

• Gather and responsibly source data for machine learning and AI projects
• Build the Network Knowledge required for this role through eLearning
• Develop, test and deploy machine learning models using appropriate algorithms and features
• Monitor model performance and maintain accuracy in live environments
• Build your AI skills the right way by learning how to handle data safely and ethically while keeping security and sustainability in mind
• Team up and collaborate with experts across the business such as Data Scientists, Engineers, Product Managers, and more
• Staying current with AI developments and supporting business continuity through responsive technical support and risk mitigation

Alongside your day‑to‑day role, you'll study toward a Level 6 Machine Learning apprenticeship, delivered by one of our trusted training partners.

• You’re excited to get hands‑on with the latest AI innovations, experimenting with emerging technology to see what’s possible
• You’re committed to doing AI the right way, putting privacy, ethics and security at the heart of how you handle and develop solutions
• You must hold a minimum of 5 GCSEs including English & Maths at Grade 4/C or above, plus one of the following by September 2026:
• A‑Levels
• A Level 3 apprenticeship in a related subject
• An equivalent Level 3 qualification
• Must meet UK Government apprenticeship levy funding eligibility requirements.

We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

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