Training schedule

The apprentice will work towards a Level 3 Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship Standard (or an alternative procurement apprenticeship at an appropriate level, subject to provider advice and eligibility). They will receive a combination of workplace learning, coaching and off-the-job training. This will include developing knowledge and skills in public sector procurement, purchasing processes, supplier engagement, contract administration, commercial awareness, governance, data management and customer service. The apprentice will be supported to apply their learning through practical work activities such as responding to procurement enquiries, obtaining quotations, supporting procurement exercises, processing purchase orders, maintaining contract records, producing reports and assisting with supplier and stakeholder communications. Progress will be reviewed regularly with the training provider and line manager.

More training information

Training will be delivered through a blend of workshops, online learning, one-to-one coaching, workplace activities and independent study. The apprentice will be given dedicated time within working hours to complete apprenticeship learning and assessment activities. The apprentice will be supported by experienced procurement professionals within the Council's Corporate Procurement Service and will gain practical experience across a range of procurement and contract management activities. They will have opportunities to work with colleagues from different service areas, develop professional skills and build a strong understanding of how procurement supports the delivery of public services. The successful candidate will be expected to complete all apprenticeship requirements, including coursework, workplace evidence, progress reviews and end-point assessment.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

• GCSE in: English (grade A - C / 4 - 9)
• Maths (grade A - C / 4 - 9)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

About this employer

Barking & Dagenham is changing. It Starts Here.

Think you know Barking and Dagenham? Think again. While this small corner of east London might have a reputation for needing development, scratch beneath the surface and you’ll find active communities and a place that consistently punches above its weight. The borough is changing – and changing for the better. And It Starts Here. Yes, the borough has its challenges. But it’s on the cusp of something exciting. With one of the youngest populations in the country, ambitions are high and rightly so. 98% of our schools are rated Good or Outstanding and every year more of our talented teenagers get into Russell Group Universities and hotly sought after apprenticeship schemes. We have award winning parks, centuries old manor houses full of relics and artifacts you can go and see, and the ruins of one of Anglo-Saxon England's most powerful and wealthiest religious sites. We’re even bringing beavers and white storks to the borough to help rewild the local landscape and boost biodiversity. Over the past few years, we’ve been working hard to improve how we deliver services and support our community. From tackling inequality to making sure our services are the best they can be, we’re focused on what matters most to local people. We’re creating the conditions for people to thrive - so everyone can enjoy a good quality of life, feel proud to call this place home, and be part of something bigger. #ItStartsHere - with our streets, our schools, our neighbourhoods. And with your application to join our determined team who are passionate about doing what’s best for the future of Barking and Dagenham. As an Investors in People Gold Award employer, we’re serious about supporting our staff. From flexible working, professional training and career development to wellbeing initiatives, we want our people to feel valued and supported in everything they do. Our values, known as DRIVE, shape how we work: Deliver our best every day – and do what we promise Respond in a prompt, positive way to our community’s needs Inspire others with our attitudes and actions Value people for who they are and what they can do Engage with others to improve our resilience and flexibility We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. https://www.lbbd.gov.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

At the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, we offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development and future career. This includes membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working opportunities, access to Perkbox employee benefits and discounts, wellbeing support, learning and development opportunities, and a range of staff networks and initiatives. Disability Confident A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions. You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab). This apprenticeship is a fixed-term opportunity designed to help you develop the knowledge, skills and experience needed to build a successful career in procurement, commercial services, contract management or supply chain management. During the final three months of the