AI Skills Coach- Apprenticeships

This full time post as AI Skills Coach
- Apprenticeships sits with an Ofsted Outstanding training provider, recruited through Pertemps Specialist Division.

Based in Darlington, the role becomes hybrid following an initial probation period spent on site five days each week.

Salary ranges from £41,200 to £46,350, supplemented by a cohort success and progression bonus.

The successful candidate manages a caseload of apprentices, delivering coaching, mentoring and training across digital, technology and AI programmes. Applicants should bring prior experience in digital, artificial intelligence or business transformation, alongside strong communication and organisational abilities. Duties include guiding learners toward qualification, tracking progress and working closely with employers and colleagues.

AI Skills Coach
- Apprenticeships Hybrid | Darlington
- County Durham This position will be based on site 5 days per week during probation period Salary: £41,200 - £46,350 + Cohort Success & Progression Bonus Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of an Ofsted Outstanding apprenticeship provider specialising in Digital, Technology and IT training. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Digital, AI or Business Transformation professional to join a high-performing apprenticeship delivery team and support the development of the next generation of AI and Digital talent.

As an AI Skills Coach for Apprenticeships, you will manage a caseload of apprentices, providing coaching, mentoring and training support throughout their learning journey. You will help learners develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to achieve successful outcomes whilst supporting programme quality, compliance and learner engagement. This role combines coaching, workshop delivery, stakeholder management and programme oversight, making it ideal for someone passionate about developing talent within the Digital and AI sector.

• Manage a caseload of apprentices across AI and Digital programmes
• Deliver workshops, micro-teaches and coaching sessions
• Support learners through milestone reviews and End Point Assessment preparation
• Maintain programme quality, compliance and learner documentation
• Monitor learner engagement, progress and achievement
• Attend standardisation and quality meetings
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of apprenticeship provision
• Maintain up-to‑do industry and occupational knowledge

• Essential Teaching qualification (AET, PGCE, PCET or equivalent) or relevant apprenticeship delivery experience
• Experience delivering AI, Business Analysis, Digital Transformation or related programmes
• Strong coaching, communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards and funded learning
• Confident using learning technologies, databases and digital systems
• Desirable Degree or professional qualification in IT, Digital, Business, Data or a related discipline
• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards and funded learning AI, Change Management or Power Platform certifications
• Experience with cloud technologies, data platforms or digital transformation tools
• Understanding of compliance, governance or ESG frameworks

• Career Development Clear progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Dedicated support and coaching
• Investment in personal and professional growth
• Work-Life Balance
• Hybrid working available following probation
• Early finish every Friday (4.5-day working week)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional leave entitlement with service Christmas closure period
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Wellbeing & Benefits Employee wellbeing support programme Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Discounted gym membership options
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Volunteering opportunities
• Culture Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Employee recognition schemes
• Regular engagement events and social activities
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on learner outcomes

• AI Coach
• Data Coach
• Digital Coach
• Business Analyst Coach
• Digital Skills Trainer
• Learning Consultant
• Digital Transformation Specialist
• Apprenticeship Coach
• Technical Trainer
• AI Learning & Development Professional

If you're passionate about AI, digital skills and helping learners reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.