Head of Procurement

Develop and implement a Trust-wide procurement strategy aligned to Trust priorities and financial regulations.
Maintain and review procurement policies, procedures, thresholds and approval routes.
Ensure compliance with relevant procurement legislation and DfE guidance.

Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children.
Strong understanding of public sector procurement principles, including transparency, fairness, regularity, propriety and value for money.
Proven ability to run compliant procurement and tendering processes, including developing documentation, evaluation methodologies and financial due diligence checks.

We are seeking a Head of Procurement to join our team at Bourne Education Trust.
About Bourne Education Trust
Bourne Education Trust (BET) was established in the early 2010s and is made up of a broad range of primary, secondary and specialist academies. Alongside a number of associate schools, the Trust has a presence across Hampshire, London and Surrey. BET is responsible for the education of a large and diverse pupil population and employs a substantial workforce.
BET's strapline "Transforming schools; changing lives" reflects our shared commitment that all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education. Together we are passionate about developing sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining the highest standards in our behaviours and values. We learn without borders and we are relentless in our efforts to support our pupils through new and innovative ways by embracing new technologies. Digital education is at the forefront of our joint approach and we are resolute in our belief that digital innovation has the ability to enrich and transform - reimagining the future of education in our schools.

Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay, Location: Addlestone, Surrey (regular travel to other school sites is required) with flexibility to work from home part of the week
Contract: Permanent, full time (36 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum)

Generous workplace pension through LGPS
Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
Access to savings on everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
Work-life balance, and family-friendly policies and processes
Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme, Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
Collaborative and innovative
Committed, engaged and professional
Advocates for equality and inclusivity

Equal Opportunities
Bourne Education Trust is committed to equal opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please contact us and we will provide a suitable alternative.
Safeguarding
Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils and follows safeguarding interview procedures. All candidates must meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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