Procurement Apprentice

NHS

  • Doncaster
  • £14,722 per year
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
This is an exciting opportunity to start your procurement career in a supportive and forward-thinking NHS team. As a Procurement Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced professionals involved in contract management and sourcing across a range of Corporate, Clinical, Inventory management and stores areas. You'll gain hands-on experience supporting procurement processes across all stages of the lifecycle, managing data, and engaging with stakeholders and suppliers -- all while developing vital analytical and administrative skills.You'll contribute to real projects, learning how to maintain systems, handle procurement documentation, and ensure high commercial standards are upheld across the Trust. No two days will be the same; one day you might be preparing documents for a new tender, and the next, moving boxes from one building to another.This role is perfect for someone who's organised, motivated, and ready to learn. You'll be supported to complete the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Level 4 qualification alongside your role, with 20% of your time dedicated to off-the-job training and study. You'll be working in a team that values growth, curiosity, and collaboration -- and where your development is part of our shared success.If you're looking for a role where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from youMain duties of the jobThis is a hands-on role designed to give you a full, practical introduction to NHS procurement. As a Procurement Apprentice, you'll rotate across Corporate Procurement, Clinical Procurement, and Inventory Management and Stores -- gaining insight into how each area contributes to patient care and organisational efficiency.You'll support colleagues with a wide range of tasks, including document preparation, data collation, contract file maintenance, supplier communications and meeting coordination. You'll help manage procurement systems such as our e-tendering platform, ensuring data is accurate and records are kept secure. Over time, you'll assist with benchmarking, market research and stakeholder engagement, developing your understanding of value-for-money decision-making.Throughout the apprenticeship, you'll work closely with experienced professionals who'll support your learning and development. You'll also complete the Level 4 Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) qualification, with 20% of your time dedicated to off-the-job study and training.This role is ideal for someone who's organised, curious, and eager to learn. It offers a rare opportunity to build real-world skills, gain a recognised qualification, and take the first step in a meaningful, rewarding career.About usDBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.DetailsDate posted01 September 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£14,722 a year Pro Rata Per AnnumContractApprenticeshipDuration24 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number272-7405717Job locationsDoncaster Royal InfirmaryArmthorpe RoadDoncasterDN2 5LTJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.Certificate of sponsorshipApplications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.If you are already an NHS employee and are applying for an Apprentice - Annex 21 vacancy you may be entitled to pay protection.Pay protection applies where the role you are applying for is at the same AFC band or higher, and you would receive less in pay compared with your current salary due to annex 21.Please see the NHS Employers Apprenticeship Pay Guidance and FAQs for further information and eligible criteria: Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers*If you are currently undertaking this apprenticeship or have previously completed this apprenticeship or equivalent programme of study please do not apply for any further eligibility queries please email dbth.apprentices@nhs.netPlease note that if you are on a visa, you must have been living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years to meet the entry requirements for the course.Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQsThis guidance, FAQs and pay scenarios support the changes to apprenticeship pay, which came into force from Monday 1 July 2024. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.Certificate of sponsorshipApplications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.If you are already an NHS employee and are applying for an Apprentice - Annex 21 vacancy you may be entitled to pay protection.Pay protection applies where the role you are applying for is at the same AFC band or higher, and you would receive less in pay compared with your current salary due to annex 21.Please see the NHS Employers Apprenticeship Pay Guidance and FAQs for further information and eligible criteria: Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers*If you are currently undertaking this apprenticeship or have previously completed this apprenticeship or equivalent programme of study please do not apply for any further eligibility queries please email dbth.apprentices@nhs.netPlease note that if you are on a visa, you must have been living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years to meet the entry requirements for the course.Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQsThis guidance, FAQs and pay scenarios support the changes to apprenticeship pay, which came into force from Monday 1 July 2024.Person SpecificationQualifications & TrainingEssential
  • Willing to undertake CIPS level 4
  • GCSE English and Maths A* - D or equivalent
  • Prepared to undertake training in Procurement
  • Good keyboard Skills
  • Computer literate using Microsoft applications
Personal Attributes & SkillsEssential
  • Ability to develop effective working relationships and sound logic
  • Must have a strong customer service focus and good communication skills to liaise with a wide variety of user departments across the organisations
  • Excellent spoken and written communication
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Must be able to work within a team
  • Enthusiastic and self-motivated
  • Ability to extract data from Electronic Systems
  • Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining good attention to detail
  • Able to adapt to changes in work priorities
  • Ability to organise & prioritise daily workloads and work to deadlines
  • Ability to be pro-active and use own initiative
  • Ability to work within time constraints
  • Be able to keep accurate records of all activities for Audit purpose
Desirable
  • To be able to demonstrate on the job problem solving
  • Must have tact and diplomacy skills
Knowledge & ExperienceEssential
  • Experience of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Desirable
  • Experience of purchase order systems
Person SpecificationQualifications & TrainingEssential
  • Willing to undertake CIPS level 4
  • GCSE English and Maths A* - D or equivalent
  • Prepared to undertake training in Procurement
  • Good keyboard Skills
  • Computer literate using Microsoft applications
Personal Attributes & SkillsEssential
  • Ability to develop effective working relationships and sound logic
  • Must have a strong customer service focus and good communication skills to liaise with a wide variety of user departments across the organisations
  • Excellent spoken and written communication
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Must be able to work within a team
  • Enthusiastic and self-motivated
  • Ability to extract data from Electronic Systems
  • Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining good attention to detail
  • Able to adapt to changes in work priorities
  • Ability to organise & prioritise daily workloads and work to deadlines
  • Ability to be pro-active and use own initiative
  • Ability to work within time constraints
  • Be able to keep accurate records of all activities for Audit purpose
Desirable
  • To be able to demonstrate on the job problem solving
  • Must have tact and diplomacy skills
Knowledge & ExperienceEssential
  • Experience of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Desirable
  • Experience of purchase order systems

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