Curriculum Manager- AI Programmes
* Location: Wilmslow (Hybrid) - Remote first with requirement to be in office 2/3 days a month
About Apprentify
At Apprentify, we deliver innovative development programmes that help businesses thrive and individuals grow. We work in partnerships with organisations across the UK to upskill and reskill talent in Sales, Marketing, Data, AI, Tech, Cyber Security and Digital Learning. Our mission is to empower people with skills that drive real business impact. We combine expert coaching and training, high quality learning design, and strong employer relationships to create programmes that deliver measurable results for our customers.
Purpose of the Role
As Curriculum Manager for our AI programmes, you will lead the production, development, quality assurance, and design of apprenticeship curricula for Level 3 and Level 4 AI programmes. You will ensure our programmes reflect the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, and related technologies. You will act as a subject matter expert, supporting sales enablement and commercial growth, and embedding innovation and measurable impact for learners, employers, and Apprentify’s wider success.
Key Responsibilities
Curriculum Leadership & Innovation
* Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of Level 3 and Level 4 AI curriculum, from concept to delivery, ensuring alignment with apprenticeship standards, EPA requirements, and quality benchmarks.
* Integrate advanced AI specialisms, including machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and data engineering, into curriculum content.
* Ensure curriculum covers practical skills in Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, cloud AI platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), and ethical AI practices.
* Monitor sector and regulatory trends in AI, proactively updating content to maintain relevance, compliance, and industry alignment.
* Maintain and update skill scans, RPL tools, and learner resources, ensuring accessibility and consistency for AI-specific modules.
* Collaborate with industry experts and employers to validate curriculum content and ensure real-world applicability.
Sales Enablement & Client Engagement
* Act as curriculum subject matter expert in sales consultations, scoping meetings, and client onboarding, with a focus on AI programme capabilities.
* Support commercial colleagues in positioning AI programmes to employers, highlighting technical depth and industry relevance.
* Represent Apprentify in client meetings, ensuring curriculum aligns with employer needs and expectations for AI roles.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
* Embed the Kirkpatrick Evaluation Model and other relevant frameworks to evaluate curriculum impact and learner outcomes in AI programmes.
* Partner with the Quality team to ensure compliance with Ofsted, ESFA, and Apprentify standards, with a focus on AI programme quality.
* Use learner and employer feedback, evaluation data, and trainer performance insights to drive continuous improvement in AI curriculum.
* Ensure all curriculum initiatives contribute directly to learner success and commercial impact in the AI domain.
Skills & Experience
Essential
* Proven experience in designing and delivering AI curricula for apprenticeships or higher education, specifically at Level 3 and Level 4.
* Deep subject matter expertise in artificial intelligence, including hands-on experience with machine learning, deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and data engineering.
* Experience in client-facing roles, including sales enablement or consultancy, with the ability to communicate complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
* Strong knowledge of apprenticeship standards and EPA frameworks for AI and digital programmes.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Desirable
* Teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd).
* Level 4+ qualification in AI, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
* Experience with digital learning platforms (e.g., Canvas, Moodle) and online delivery of AI content.
* Knowledge of instructional design methodologies and curriculum evaluation models.
* Familiarity with cloud AI platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and ethical AI practices.
What High Performance Looks Like in This Role
* Excellence: AI Curricula that meet regulatory standards and exceed learner/employer expectations.
* Commercial Impact: AI Programmes positioned to attract and retain employer clients, enabling portfolio growth.
* Innovation: Forward-looking curriculum design that integrates emerging AI technologies and industry trends.
* Collaboration: Strong partnership with trainers, commercial teams, and quality colleagues to ensure consistency and impact.
What We Offer
At Apprentify, we believe in rewarding our people for the value they bring. Benefits include:
* Competitive salary
* 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service.
* Private medical insurance.
* Birthday Leave + Volunteer Day.
* Hybrid working with regular collaboration days in our Wilmslow HQ.
* Ongoing professional development and leadership support.
* A culture of high performance, innovation, and impact, where your contribution directly shapes Apprentify’s success.
* Enhanced family leave policies.
* Access to mental health and wellbeing support.
* Regular company-wide events and team socials.