Apprentice Procurement Support Assistant (Redeployment 22739)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX Hybrid working
• Salary: 24796 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week flexible working options available
• Contract: Fixed term or secondment for up to 21 months (Apprenticeship)

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

As a modern flexible and effective organisation at Suffolk County Council were driven to make a positive difference to the environment the communities we serve and the careers of our people. Thats why when you join us as an Apprentice Procurement Support Assistant youll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.

Reimagine the possibilities.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic apprentice who is motivated keen to do a good job and an effective team player providing Procurement and Helpdesk support to the council.

Your role and responsibilities

Join our Procurement team and play a key role at the heart of our Procurement Helpdesk. Youll be providing daytoday support on the Helpdesk supporting colleagues. Assisting in delivering a broad range of procurement administrative tasks that contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the service. A key part of the role is ensuring consistent Helpdesk cover during normal working hours and responding to customer enquiries related to Oracle (P2P) Suffolk Sourcing and the use of Procurement cards. You will also assist in providing essential administration services to the wider Procurement team and play an important part in financial year end procurement activities.

We will provide you with training and ongoing support to achieve this.

Your apprenticeship

• Business Administrator Apprenticeship Level 3. Please see information at the link: Business administrator / Skills England
• Duration up to 21 months

We welcome apprenticeship applications from all ages and backgrounds. Theres no upper age limit - its never too late to start developing new skills. We want to provide opportunities for anyone interested in launching or advancing their career.

The apprenticeship youre applying for must build on your qualifications. If you have experience in this field the apprenticeship youre applying for must be at a higher level.

Read the Job and Person Profile (Word)and theApprenticeship Recruitment Brochure. During the apprenticeship youll be working towards the role described in the Job and Person Profile. You will have the opportunity to receive hands-on training and pursue certification. Completing your apprenticeship does not guarantee a full-time position. However we are dedicated to helping you find a job. You will have priority access when you apply for vacancies. This applies during the final 3 months of your contract.

You will need

• Good IT skills.
• Experience of problem-solving and good attention to detail.
• The ability to work flexibly as part of a team and independently.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Have a good understanding of how to deliver good customer service.

The team

You will report to the Procurement Support Manager and sit within the Procurement Team which provides a professional procurement support service to the Council.

We play a key role in the strategic management of the Councils wholly owned companies delivering commercial challenge ensuring all service provisions are cost effective and efficient and providing the best return for the Council and the people of Suffolk.

The team supports Directorates with their own tenders and quotations for low-risk procurement with support from a procurement helpdesk including the use of on-line templates procurement systems as well as training and development opportunities.

Our office days are usually Tuesday and Thursday. Additionally we practice hybrid working. However we would provide face to face training where required.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Nic Brown (she/her)for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling or emailing.

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).

Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.

1. Tell us what skills you have learned whilst at school/college volunteering and/or working that you think will be useful to you in this role and why
2. Tell us about something you are proud of and why
3. Tell us about a time youve been really determined to do something what did you do What happened as a result

4. Why are you interested in working for our organisation

Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application please see ourHow to Apply page.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences so we encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the process. You can also read ourUsing AI in Your Application and Interview guidance to understand acceptable and unacceptable use of AI. If AI is used inappropriately your application may not be progressed.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator. You can find examples of possible adjustments on ourReasonable Adjustment pages. If youre invited to the next stage youll have another chance to request adjustments.

Closing date:11.30pm 24 March 2026.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid