AI apprentice (Level 6) - Hybrid

Jisc Apprenticeship scheme Sept 2025 – PLEASE APPLY NOW!

Closing date: 7th February 2025

Salary: £25,250 + fantastic benefits

Hours: 35 hours per week

Duration: 4 years whilst studying towards a Level 6 qualification (equivalent to a degree) 

Location: Hybrid - A blend of working from home and your nominated hub office, we have hubs in London, Bristol, Manchester and Oxford.

Who can apply: 104 UCAS points and GCSE English and maths (grade C or above)

Transforming Lives Through Digital Innovation

At Jisc, a not-for-profit organisation, we believe in the power of education and research to improve lives, and we know that technology enhances these fields.

For more information please visit our website:  Jisc

Why Join Jisc?

Join Jisc and be part of a supportive environment where every voice is valued. We offer opportunities to explore new areas, acquire cutting-edge skills, and grow professionally. Our apprenticeships, starting in September 2025, have apprenticeship positions in digital learning design, AI and technology solutions, IT cloud and project management, network engineering, and cyber security. Whether you have a technical background or are looking to start a career in these fields, we’ll provide you with the tools you need to succeed.

At Jisc, we celebrate diversity and strive to be inclusive. We welcome all applicants who share our values and mission to improve lives through digital transformation.

“Starting as an apprentice has been an invaluable learning experience, teaching me so much in such a short time and providing me with a strong foundation and a deep understanding of HR practices, which I’ll carry forward in my career. I hope to continue my career alongside Jisc as I truly value its flexible, caring nature”.  Teegan Kirby HR Apprentice.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity for an AI Apprentice to join our team and gain hands on experience in AI technologies within the education sector, while learning from industry experts. As an AI apprentice, you will develop invaluable skills, whilst gaining a BSc (Hons) Digital & Technology Solutions. 

This position is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in AI and its transformative potential in educational environments. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will actively contribute to the integration of AI solutions across universities and colleges, collaborating closely with experts and senior professionals. This hands-on experience will not only broaden your AI expertise but also equip you with the skills needed for impactful projects in this rapidly advancing field. 

Responsibilities will include:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest AI techniques, such as large language models (LLMs), diffusion models, multi-modal models, and retrieval augmented generation. Develop the ability to clearly explain these technical concepts to non-technical audiences through mentorship and practical training.  
• Build expertise in specific AI applications relevant to the education sector. Learn to translate technical details into actionable insights through creating presentations, reports, and blogs, under the guidance of senior professionals.  
• Assist in developing and distributing practical, impactful guidance on the adoption of emerging AI educational technologies. Learn to cater these strategies to a variety of educational stakeholders.  
• Participate in research under expert guidance and contribute to thought leadership pieces that analyse trends in AI and education, fostering discussion and engagement. 
• Learn to represent the team at external forums, conferences, and workshops. Develop presentation skills to discuss complex AI topics engagingly, contributing to the organisation's reputation as a thought leader. 

Key Skills and Experience:

• Some background in IT and an interest in AI.  
• Experience in working on projects that have a clear result. 
• Ability to follow complex discussions and consider different opinions.  
• Ability to work in fast paced environment. 

Perks and Benefits:

Take a look at some of our fantastic benefits! More info here:  

• Hands-On Experience: Work on real projects.
• Mentorship and Support: One-on-one support from experienced professionals.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement.
• Community: Join networks like Youth Network, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity, Women's Network, and more.
• Flexible work pattern, which can adapt to suit your schedules and personal commitments
• 31 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) that includes an additional three closure days over Christmas  plus family friendly policies including enhanced parental, maternity and paternity leave and opportunity for career breaks
• Generous flexible pension schemes, Protection benefit – life cover
• Annual company performance award
• A range of wellbeing lifestyle benefits including company paid health care cash plan, employee assistance programme, mental health first aiders and support
• Allocated allowance of up to £250 to equip your home office
• Financial well-being support including access to preferential loan and savings plans, mortgage advice, will writing tools and support and resources to help you make the most of your money
• The opportunity to donate to charity tax-free with our Payroll Giving benefit
• A wide range of discounts from retailers and big-name high-street stores
• Support your volunteering with up to 3 days volunteer leave
• Cycle to work scheme and eye care scheme including free eye test vouchers
• Employee recognition awards and travel loans
• A company culture which supports and promotes personal learning and development, including access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning

Equity, diversity and inclusion:

At Jisc, we don’t look for ‘sameness’, but to truly include people who can add unique perspectives and experiences to our culture, and we are working hard to achieve progressive change. ‘Always inclusive’ is one of our six guiding principles which actively encourages us to bring our whole authentic selves to work. We believe that our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is fundamental to our success.

We work hard to create an equitable experience for our candidates and workforce which embraces all aspects of their identity including race and ethnicity, religion and belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, trans identities, age, class, disability, neurodivergence, or veteran status.

Application process:

We want you to showcase your talent throughout the recruitment process. If you feel you can benefit from a reasonable adjustment or support to the way you work, or the way we work with you during this process, please speak with us and will try to accommodate requests as best we can.

Just so you know, applications open on 02/01/2025 and close 07/02/2025. 

The recruitment process involves the below:

• We receive your application and review it in line with our requirements for the role
• You will be notified via email if you have been either shortlisted or not eligible for the next stage
• A member of the Jisc Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to arrange an initial chat with you if shortlisted
• You will then be asked to record a short video responding to a choice of scenarios allowing us to get to know you better
• Thereafter you will be invited to an online interview with one of our line managers and a member of the Talent acquisition team or you will be contacted to advise you have not been selected
• We are hoping to complete all interviews by the end of April 2025, and will be in touch to present any offers of employment following your interview.

We would like to wish you the best of luck with your application.