AI Automation – Subject Matter Expert

Please note: we can only accept applications from candidates with the right to work in the UK. We're unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
The Role
You'll help apprentices solve real business problems using AI and automation. Working 1-to-1 and in small groups, you'll coach learners to build practical skills they can apply straight back into their jobs, while also working with employers to understand the problems apprentices are solving day to day.
It's a varied role — coaching, delivering tutorials, developing materials, and talking to employers. You'll report to a director and after training be expected to manage your own time and workloads. We're looking for a proactive person who wants to help shape a first-rate offer, with the autonomy to make decisions and take responsibility.
We welcome applications for full-time, flexible, or part-time working.
About You
You'll have:
• A good STEM degree (Computer Science, Maths, or similar)
• An MSc in AI or Computer Science with AI
• At least a year's industry experience (an industrial placement counts)
• A genuine interest in emerging AI technologies and in helping others learn
• Hands-on expertise with AI tools such as Copilot, Azure AI, Claude, AWS, and Google
• Hands-on expertise with low-code/no-code automation tools such as Copilot Studio, Power Automate, and Claude Code
• Strong grasp of LLMs, prompt engineering, and solution development
• Great people skills and a genuine interest in supporting people to solve their business problems
Most importantly, you'll share our belief that what we do matters and makes a real difference to the companies we work with and the people we coach.
What You Don't Need
• Recent work experience — we welcome returners to the labour market
• Every tool on the list — there's nothing that can't be learned if needed
• Experience in an education or training setting
What You'll Do
• Mentor learners to deliver AI and automation projects that create real business value
• Work with employers to understand the business problems apprentices are solving
• Coach learners through their course materials and check their understanding
• Keep our learning materials current and relevant
• Run tutorials and workshops
• Share your expertise with the widely
• Champion AI and automation internally across our organisation
• Keep a record of your interactions to satisfy regulatory requirements
• Safeguard children and vulnerable adults, in line with our Safeguarding and PREVENT policies
Professional Development
We invest in our coaches. You'll have access to:
• Learning and upskilling across a range of tools and industry approaches
• Industry certifications
• Teaching and coaching qualifications
• Internal AI and automation projects
About Us
Digital Native is an apprenticeship training provider led by directors with strategic consulting experience across FTSE 100 companies. We work with around 100 organisations across AI, Data, Software, and Business Transformation, giving us a real-time view of how AI is changing each field in practice.
We advise senior leaders on strategy and coach apprentices on delivery. That gives us a rare view of both sides: what leadership wants, and what's actually happening on the ground.
Inclusion
We're committed to equality and removing barriers so every learner and member of staff can thrive. We support individuals with SEND and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Safer Recruitment
We're committed to safeguarding all learners. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including identity verification, references, and an enhanced DBS check.
Location: Home based, with occasional travel to London and Birmingham among others.
Salary: Depends on experience.
- Locations
- Nottingham
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
About Digital Native
We are Digital Native. Our passion is partnering with businesses to nurture and grow great digital talent.
We live in a world with an abundance of free and easily accessible online courses, but the digital skills gap is still widening every year. We believe that courses alone don’t make better people and knowledge is not the same as skills.
That’s where our industry expert coaches come in. Their job is to support apprentices through the programme, sharing their extensive experience and helping apprentices apply what they’ve learned to become better employees.