Levy-funded AI apprenticeships for Brighton employers. 100% funded through the Apprenticeship Levy or 95% co-funded for SMEs.
Brighton has become the UK's creative and technology powerhouse on the South Coast. From Brandwatch to dozens of digital agencies, design studios, and fintech companies clustered in North Laine and New England Quarter, Brighton's economy increasingly depends on AI-powered creativity and automation. American Express operates its European headquarters in Brighton, managing digital transformation across EMEA. Legal & General runs major operations here.
But the region faces a talent gap. Brighton's creative businesses report difficulty finding professionals who can integrate AI into design workflows, content production, and marketing automation. Financial services employers need operatives who can leverage AI for compliance and analytics.
AI apprenticeships let Brighton employers close that gap using funding they're already paying, with training delivered locally or remotely.
Brighton's agencies and studios use AI daily for content creation, design automation, and customer insights. Apprenticeships equip creative teams to master generative AI tools responsibly.
Amex's European HQ and other financial institutions need operatives who can deploy AI for customer analytics, compliance automation, and risk assessment.
Brighton's hospitals are investing in digital clinical operations. AI apprenticeships help clinical and administrative teams use AI responsibly.
Research leaders. Apprenticeships help academic operations and innovation teams integrate AI into teaching and discovery.
Brighton's tourism sector uses AI for guest personalisation, demand forecasting, and operational efficiency.
Brighton hosts a growing environmental technology cluster. AI apprenticeships equip teams in sustainability and clean tech.
For first-line managers who need to use data and AI tools to make better decisions, improve team performance, and lead change.
The core hands-on programme. Build, test, and deploy AI and automation solutions using Microsoft Copilot, Power Automate, or Google Workspace AI. No coding required. 15 months, fully levy-funded.
Three Level 5 apprenticeship units — AI Strategy, AI Governance, and AI Transformation — built for senior leaders. 8–12 weeks per unit, no EPA, up to £2,250 combined funding per leader. TESS Group is one of the first approved providers.
For HR, L&D, and people managers. Embed AI into recruitment, performance management, workforce planning, and employee engagement.
Operational excellence through AI. Supply chain optimisation, process automation, quality improvement, and operational analytics.
Advanced programme for technical specialists. Machine learning engineering, neural networks, NLP, and responsible AI at scale.
Interactive training via Zoom or Teams. Your team joins from their desks in Brighton. No travel, no disruption.
For employers who prefer face-to-face, we deliver at your Brighton offices. Same programme, same quality.
Every learner gets a dedicated skills coach who understands their role, industry, and goals.
Yes. American Express, Legal & General, and other major Brighton employers can use their levy funds. TESS Group delivers remotely across the South Coast. Non-levy employers access 95% government co-funding.
No. Apprenticeship training can be delivered remotely by any DWP-approved provider in England. TESS Group is Ofsted Good-rated and delivers live training via Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
For creative agencies and marketing teams, the AI & Automation Level 4 covers generative AI tools, workflow automation, and AI-powered analytics. For creative leaders, the AI Leadership Pathway (Level 5) builds strategic capability.
Absolutely. Team members in North Laine, New England Quarter, Brighton Marina, Hove, and the wider region can join the same cohort.
Every programme includes up to five qualifications: the apprenticeship standard, Microsoft Certifications, NCFE Digital Qualifications, vendor-specific credentials, and workplace evidence.
New cohorts start every 4-6 weeks. Typical timeline is 2-4 weeks from enquiry to first learner starting.
Whether you want to test AI apprenticeships with a small pilot or roll out across your Brighton team, we make it simple.