Procurement and Contracts Officer
| Posting date: | 17 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 July 2025 |
| Location: | Rochdale, Not recorded, OL16 1AE |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7925c6ea-a0bd-4a3a-a20e-482257027a87 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
• Strong procurement experience, ideally with contract management in the public or education sector.
• Knowledge of procurement legislation and frameworks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and data analysis skills.
• A CIPS qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• A values-driven, self-motivated professional who thrives in a collaborative environment.
What the school offers its staff
At Altus, we’re committed to making a real difference in young people’s lives. You’ll join a values-led organisation, enjoy the opportunity to grow with us, and be part of a team that celebrates success and supports each other through challenge.
Further details about the role
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement procurement strategies across all academies.
• Lead on tendering, supplier onboarding, contract award and performance management.
• Provide expert advice and support on procurement compliance and best practices.
• Maintain the Trust’s contract and asset management systems.
• Research and coordinate external funding bids.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
• Strong procurement experience, ideally with contract management in the public or education sector.
• Knowledge of procurement legislation and frameworks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and data analysis skills.
• A CIPS qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• A values-driven, self-motivated professional who thrives in a collaborative environment.
What the school offers its staff
At Altus, we’re committed to making a real difference in young people’s lives. You’ll join a values-led organisation, enjoy the opportunity to grow with us, and be part of a team that celebrates success and supports each other through challenge.
Further details about the role
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement procurement strategies across all academies.
• Lead on tendering, supplier onboarding, contract award and performance management.
• Provide expert advice and support on procurement compliance and best practices.
• Maintain the Trust’s contract and asset management systems.
• Research and coordinate external funding bids.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.