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Manufacturing is 15.7% of jobs in Derby, against 7.1% nationally.
2.21 times the national share is enough to change what is worth learning, and which apprenticeship earns its keep.
See what funding you can getQuick to check, and free to ask.Short answer: Derby employers can put staff through a funded Level 3 or Level 4 AI apprenticeship. Manufacturing is 15.7% of jobs in Derby, against 7.1% nationally. The apprenticeship that fits that best here is the AI and Automation Practitioner Level 4. Funding depends on eligibility and is confirmed before enrolment.
What does Derby do for a living?
Employment is measured by local authority, so these figures cover Derby. They are the reason one town needs a different apprenticeship from the next.
| Sector | Share here | Share nationally | Concentration | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 15.7% | 7.1% | 2.21x | 22,000 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.76x | 1,750 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17.2% | 13.9% | 1.24x | 24,000 |
Source: ONS Business Register and Employment Survey, 2024. Median full time pay in Derby is £733.5 a week, about £36,428 a year (ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, 2025).
Which AI skills are worth having in Derby?
Training pays off when someone local needs it. These sectors are over represented here, and this is the work involved.
Manufacturing · 2.21x national
22,000 jobs in Derby
An apprentice here would spend their time on work like this:
- quality and inspection reports
- writing and updating SOPs
- maintenance logs
- supplier and spec correspondence
Health and social care · 1.24x national
24,000 jobs in Derby
An apprentice here would spend their time on work like this:
- care notes and handovers
- rota and capacity planning
- referral and letter drafting
Water and waste · 1.76x national
1,750 jobs in Derby
An apprentice here would spend their time on work like this:
- compliance reporting
- permit paperwork
- operational logs
Which apprenticeship fits Derby?
All six are available. These three match the local sector mix most closely.
Level 4AI and Automation PractitionerAutomating repetitive process work end to end.See the detailLevel 4IT Systems Support LeadLeading systems support and service delivery.See the detailLevel 3Digital AI Support PractitionerDay to day digital and AI support inside a team.See the detailUnsure where to start?
Describe the work your team does. We reply with what you can claim and which course suits it.
Who is hiring near Derby?
The employers nearby, grouped by what they do. A rough map of the local market.
- Local firms · 7 sites nearby
- Solicitors · 6 sites nearby
- Architects · 4 sites nearby
- Estate and letting agents · 3 sites nearby
- Charities · 2 sites nearby
Businesses recorded near Derby include Stuart Smith, Rothera Bray Solicitors, Bourne & Co, Lathams, VHS Fletchers, Bridge the Gap, Connection Works, SKR Legal. Listed as evidence of the local economy. No relationship with us is implied.
How it works
- Tell us what your team does and where the gaps are.
- We check the funding you qualify for and which apprenticeship fits.
- You confirm the candidate, whether that is a new hire or existing staff.
- An approved, APAR registered partner delivers the training around the working week.
Is this right for you?
A good fit if
- You employ people in Derby and want them more capable with AI tools
- You would rather the training cost was funded than paid out of profit
- You can give someone protected study time during the week
- You want a recognised Level 3 or Level 4 qualification at the end
Not for you if
- You want a one day course. These run over months.
- You want a certificate without the work. There is an assessment.
- You cannot release anyone for off the job learning
- You want consultancy rather than training a person
Questions from Derby employers
Is AI apprenticeship training really funded for Derby employers?
Government funding can potentially cover the full training cost for small employers. You pay the apprentice's wage. Funding is subject to eligibility and is confirmed before anyone enrols.
Can we put existing staff through it, or does it have to be a new hire?
An apprenticeship works for someone already on your payroll, and often suits them better than a new starter.
Which course suits employers in Derby?
AI and Automation Practitioner Level 4 fits the local sector mix most closely, because manufacturing runs at 2.21 times the national share here. We confirm the right fit before enrolment.
How much time does the apprentice need away from the job?
Off the job learning is part of every apprenticeship. It is planned around the working week rather than taking someone out of the business in a block.
Do you deliver in Derby or is it online?
Training is delivered online by approved, APAR registered partners, so staff in Derby take part without travelling.
How long does it take to find out if we qualify?
Give us the basics and we confirm the funding position. No charge for the check.
See what is open to your team
A short description of your team is enough. We handle the funding check from there.
See what funding you can getQuick to check, and free to ask.Nearby areas
Other places we cover in and around East Midlands.
Before you apply
Three things people in Derby usually want to check first.