What skills and experience we're looking for
Reporting to the Deputy Finance Director, the Procurement Officer will deliver effective and compliant procurement processes and advice across the federation. They will coordinate and administer the CLF’s procurement function, ensuring central procurements are delivered in an organised and timely manner. The role involves achieving best value, reducing risk exposure, and improving service delivery to staff and students. The Procurement Officer will support the successful implementation of procured services and ensure reporting and disclosure requirements are met. Collaboration with colleagues is essential to fulfil the role's requirements and contribute positively to the finance function within the Trust.
What the school offers its staff
Not only will you be working within one of our fantastic academies, but you will be a part of a diverse Federation working alongside professional and inspirational people. The Cabot learning Federation are committed to providing the very best learning experiences for every young person we educate which you can be a part of. You will have access to our generous benefits package including excellent annual leave entitlement, access to our pension scheme and a number of other well-being benefits. You will be working within a large multi-academy trust which provides dedicated training programmes and the opportunity to gain experience within other departments and CLF functions.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Cabot Learning Federation are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK and a child disqualification check. The checks will also include an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.