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Trainee Lecturer - Digital Skills & Artificial Intelligence (Apprenticeship)

Trainee Lecturer - Digital Skills & Artificial Intelligence (Apprenticeship)

Advert closes on 19 Nov 2026

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Job ID:

9300

£27,285 - £33,793 per annum pro rata

Apprenticeship

City Wide

About The Role

Working Hours: 37 Hours Per Week
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working style: On-Site
Closing date: 11:59pm, 19 November 2026
Interview Method: Assessment centre will be held on Wednesday 25th November at Greenheys Adult Learning from 4pm- 7pm.
Manchester residency is required for all external applicants apart from degree apprenticeship roles
You must already have a valid right to work in the UK documentation, as we cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.

This role is a higher-level apprenticeship, and the successful applicant will be required to undertake a course of study leading to the Learning and Skills Teacher qualification (Level 5 Learning and Skills Apprenticeship | Manchester Adult Education).

This apprenticeship will take approximately 18 months to complete. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will progress to the substantive grade and salary for the role in line with the career grade structure.

Please note: As part of this apprenticeship, you may be required to undertake English and/or Maths learning where this is relevant to the apprenticeship standard, the role requirements, or your existing qualifications. Applicants should be willing to complete any required learning and assessment as part of the apprenticeship programme.

As a Trainee Lecturer – Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies, you'll bring your industry knowledge into the classroom, supporting adult learners to develop the digital and AI skills needed for today’s workplace.

You'll help Manchester Adult Education Service’s Digital Skills Team to deliver high-quality, relevant learning in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, ensuring learners develop the confidence, knowledge and practical skills to use technology safely, ethically and effectively. Your work will contribute to equipping Manchester residents with the skills they need to progress in employment, further learning and an increasingly digital workplace.

In this role you will:

Plan, deliver and assess engaging programmes in artificial intelligence, digital skills and emerging technologies.
Help learners develop practical skills in generative AI, prompting, critical evaluation and the responsible use of AI in the workplace.
Support learners to understand data protection, information security, AI ethics and the impact of emerging technologies on employment and careers.
Work with colleagues, employers and partners to ensure learning remains relevant to workplace and industry needs.
Support adult learners from diverse backgrounds to achieve their learning goals and progress into further learning or employment.

For queries about the role, please contact the hiring manager, Emma Langlois at, [email protected] to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role. This route is for vacancy-related enquiries only and should not be used to submit applications.

Pre-employment Checks

If you are successful, your appointment will be subject to completing the relevant pre-employment checks. These checks will be carried out as part of our recruitment process and may include:

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Clearance – This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for a Standard or Enhanced DBS check as appropriate. Information provided by you or the DBS will be handled confidentially and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice. We have policies covering the secure handling of DBS information and the recruitment of ex-offenders, which are available on request. - If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years, or 12 months or more in the last 10 years (while aged 18 or over), please refer to GOV.UK guidance on obtaining overseas police checks or Certificates of Good Character.
Satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

For more information on these checks, please visit checks page.

About the Candidate

We welcome applicants who have previously attended further or higher education and are looking to develop new skills in a different area.

Please note that applicants who already hold a qualification at 5 or above in Teaching Qualification (PGCE or Cert ED) or a closely related subject, may not be eligible for apprenticeship funding. Eligibility will be assessed on a case-by-case basis in line with apprenticeship funding rules and guidance from the training provide

We’re looking for an industry professional with expertise in digital technology and AI who is passionate about sharing their knowledge and developing others. You must currently be an unqualified teacher, as this trainee opportunity will support you to develop your teaching practice and work towards a recognised teaching qualification. No previous teaching experience is required. Full details can be found here https://manadulted.ac.uk/courses/apprenticeships/level-5-learning-and-skills-apprenticeship/

We’ll use the following essential criteria to decide which candidates to invite to assessment. Use your personal statement to provide evidence of how you meet each one, supported by relevant examples:

Relevant industry experience and knowledge of digital technologies, AI, computing, data or a related field.
Strong communication skills and the ability to engage, motivate and support others.
A passion for developing others and a commitment to achieving a teaching qualification.
GCSE English and Math's at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)

For guidance on how to write your personal statement, please visit How to Apply - Manchester City Council.

If you’re invited to assessment, we’ll look at a wider range of the role requirements. For more detail, please see the role profile.

Use of AI

You may use AI to support your application, but all examples must be your own and based on real experience. Applications may be withdrawn if content is misleading or presents someone else's experience as your own. Internal candidates may also face disciplinary action.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme
Applicants who meet the essential shortlisting criteria and are eligible under the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme will be progressed to the assessment stage.

Support and Adjustments
If you're successful in securing a role, we'll make every effort to provide the support, equipment and reasonable adjustments you need to carry out your duties. Where needed, we'll consider adapting aspects of the role. Find out more about our inclusion and wellbeing.

About Us

Working for Manchester City Council is a chance to make a real difference in a diverse city. You’ll help improve lives and support our local communities. Working together, we can create better public services for everyone.

Benefits we offer

Up to 42 days’ annual leave
Buy up to two extra weeks’ leave
Up to 3 days’ volunteering leave
A 37-hour work week for full-time roles
We review pay each year and recognise three trade unions
Teachers pension scheme
Enhanced parental and carers leave
Employee discounts and perks

Learn more at Careers - Manchester City Council

Our commitment to inclusion

At Manchester City Council, we're dedicated to creating a workplace that fully reflects the diversity of our local communities. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages and backgrounds and are particularly keen to hear from applicants from ethnic minority communities and disabled people, who remain underrepresented in parts of our workforce.

GM Elevate Programme

If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the 'Personal Statement' section or 'Supporting Statement' section of your application.

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