Curriculum Innovation Specialist in AI (Creative Industries)

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Job details

Job details

Job reference

REQ012655

Date posted

22/07/2026

Application closing date

10/08/2026

Location

Manchester

Salary

Pro rata £22,680 - £32,602.50 (FTE £45,360 - £65,205) per annum

Package

Competitive benefits + LGPS

Contractual hours

17.5

Basis

Part time

Job category/type

Projects / Project Management

Curriculum Innovation Specialist in AI (Creative Industries)

Job description

Are you passionate about the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence and its potential to reshape industries, workplaces, and education? The Manchester College is seeking an innovative DigiTec Specialist Practitioner in AI to help drive our strategic approach to AI adoption, emerging technologies, and future digital skills requirements.

Working closely with curriculum leaders, employers, and senior stakeholders, you will provide expert insight into the rapidly evolving AI landscape, identifying emerging trends, technologies, and opportunities that will influence the future of education and employment. Your expertise will help inform strategic decision-making, strengthen industry partnerships, and ensure the College remains at the forefront of innovation in one of the fastest-growing areas of the digital economy. AI is increasingly shaping fields such as data analysis, automation, machine learning, software development, and digital transformation, creating significant demand for organisations that can adapt and respond to change.

This role is ideal for a forward-thinking industry professional who is passionate about the future of Artificial Intelligence and its real-world applications. If you thrive on spotting emerging trends, influencing strategic direction, building industry partnerships, and helping organisations navigate technological change, we'd love to hear from you.

This opportunity is based at our Openshaw Campus to join the Creative Industries Department as a Curriculum Innovation Specialist in AI. The role is offered on a 3-year fixed-term contract, working 17.5 hours per week.

Benefits

We offer an outstanding benefits package to support your work-life balance, career development, and well-being, including.

35 days of annual leave, including 5 days holiday pro-rata

Free breakfast every day to start your morning right! (Openshaw Campus)

Opportunity to work from home when you're not required to be on-site.

In-house training programme to help you upskill and advance your career.

3 well-being days per year. *pro-rata

Significant pension contribution (LGPS)

Retail discounts.

Employee Assistance Program.

Cycle to work scheme.

Why The Manchester College?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Role Responsibilities

Lead on a specific specialism within a curriculum area.

Develop resources and teaching materials in line with specialism ensuring they are of the highest quality, reflect industry best practice and comply with course guidance/frameworks.

Design and develop curriculum in line with employer need to ensure current validity with Industry specialism and best practice.

Use technology to develop and enhance the learning environment both inside and outside of the classroom.

Participate in the development of internal and external partnerships to disseminate information, share best practice, establish opportunities for collaborative work and enhance the delivery of learning.

Contribute and develop area of specialism to meet local and national skills and knowledge priorities.

Provide specialist CPD for staff to ensure they are current in their practice.

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Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Degree.

Current and valid industry specialism qualification.

English and maths minimum level 2 Grace C or grade 4 and above.

Professional Body accreditation (within subject specialism) where relevant.

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 10/08/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!