About School of Coding & AI

School of Coding & AI is a fast-growing education group delivering career-focused learning across higher education, digital skills, AI, health, business and wider professional programmes.

We are an ambitious organisation with a clear focus on growth, quality and student outcomes. As the business continues to expand, we need a strong Project Manager who can bring structure, coordination and control to the delivery of key projects across the group, ensuring programmes are well planned, compliant, on track and delivered to a high standard.

About the role

This is a key role at the heart of our education strategy and funded delivery activity.

As a Project Manager, Education Strategy, Frameworks & Funding, you will lead the design, mobilisation and delivery of funded programmes across School of Coding & AI and the wider SOC Group. You will operate across strategy, delivery and partnerships, helping us identify new funding opportunities, win and mobilise programmes and ensure delivery is high quality, compliant and outcomes focused.

The role will focus on programmes that support NEET learners, adult skills and employability pathways, as well as skills bootcamps, short courses and other funded provision.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who understands funded education and employability delivery, enjoys working across multiple stakeholders and wants to play a visible role in shaping growth.

What you will be doing

Identify and evaluate funding opportunities including UKSPF, Skills Bootcamps, Local Authority and Combined Authority frameworks and DfE or ESFA funded programmes
Support bid shaping, tender submissions and the development of a strong programme pipeline aligned to organisational growth plans
Design education and employability programmes that meet funding requirements and learner needs, particularly for NEET learners, adult learners and disadvantaged groups
Define delivery models, outcomes, KPIs and programme structures in collaboration with academic and operational teams
Lead mobilisation of newly awarded contracts, including planning timelines, resources and stakeholder onboarding
Oversee end to end programme delivery to ensure compliance, performance and successful learner outcomes
Track programme performance against enrolment, attendance, retention, completion and progression targets
Take corrective action where delivery risks or underperformance arise
Act as the lead contact for framework and contract delivery, ensuring compliance with terms and effective call off management
Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, combined authorities, employers, training providers, subcontractors and other partners
Produce accurate reports for funders, senior leadership and audit purposes
Ensure data capture, reporting and learner tracking are robust and aligned to funding rules
Manage delivery, funding and learner outcome risks across multiple programmes
Support audit readiness and ensure programmes meet safeguarding, Prevent and relevant funding requirements
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in programme design and delivery, including digital and AI enabled approaches where appropriate

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who is commercially aware, delivery focused and confident managing programmes in a fast paced environment.

Essential

Degree or equivalent experience
Experience delivering education, training or employability programmes
Strong experience working with NEET learners, disadvantaged groups, or adult skills and employability pathways
Experience managing or supporting funded programmes, contracts or frameworks
Demonstrable project management experience across planning, delivery, monitoring and reporting
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to work across multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail
Data driven approach to performance and decision making

Desirable

Project Management qualification such as PRINCE2, APM or equivalent
Experience working with UKSPF, ESFA, DfE or similar funding streams
Experience with Skills Bootcamps or Local Authority funded contracts
Experience supporting bid writing or tender submissions

You will also bring

Strong organisational and planning skills
Commercial awareness and understanding of funding models and delivery margins
Confidence building relationships with funders, delivery partners and employers
A proactive, solutions focused mindset
The ability to operate effectively in a high growth environment where priorities can move quickly

Why join School of Coding & AI

This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation with a real purpose, helping learners access education, skills and employment opportunities that can change lives.

In return, you will have the chance to take ownership of high impact programmes, work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in shaping how funded education delivery grows across the organisation.

Benefits

Salary of £38,000 to £43,000 per year
28 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday
Pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Strong CPD and development opportunities
Company and social events
Retail discounts through Bright Exchange

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