Procurement Apprentice

Procurement Apprentice Administrator – NHS | £15,600 a Year | 18-Month Apprenticeship

Procurement Apprentice Administrator – University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is recruiting for a Procurement Apprentice Administrator to join its procurement and administration teams in Leicester.

This is an 18-month apprenticeship offering a supported learning environment where the successful candidate can develop valuable administrative, procurement and workplace skills while working towards an apprenticeship qualification.

Recent school leavers are welcome to apply.

Job Overview

About the Procurement Apprentice Administrator Role

The successful apprentice will work within a supported learning environment designed to develop the knowledge and practical skills required to complete the apprenticeship qualification and build a future career within administration services.

The role involves supporting the Trust’s procurement and category teams with a range of administrative and clerical responsibilities.

You will work closely with:

• Category Teams
• Inventory & Supplies
• Performance and Governance Teams
• Category Leads
• Other Trust staff involved in procurement activities

Key Responsibilities

• Researching products and services to support procurement activities.
• Assisting Category Teams with procurement-related research.
• Arranging meetings and events, including product review sessions.
• Requesting product samples to support Category Leads.
• Compiling, reviewing and analysing electronic data from the Trust’s reporting systems.
• Assisting with the procurement mailbox.
• Supporting the processing of new supplier forms.
• Assisting with D&B credit reports.
• Helping resolve product, invoice and service queries relating to contracts.
• Liaising with team members to follow up on outstanding issues.
• Providing information about products and services to colleagues and other Trust staff.
• Reviewing spend comparison reports and taking appropriate follow-up action.
• Providing general administrative support to the Category Team.
• Maintaining accurate information using the Trust’s electronic systems.
• Undertaking specific projects as directed by the Category Team.
• Helping coordinate and prepare documents for uploading new products to the Trust’s internal catalogue.
• Assisting with the preparation of scoping documents for submission to category towers.
• Preparing usage reports when required.
• Developing knowledge of relevant Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Supporting the Category Team through required stages of the procurement process.
• Developing an understanding of Procurement, Supplies, Performance and Governance functions.
• Completing the apprenticeship development programme.
• Working towards the relevant National Standard/Framework.
• Completing the Apprenticeship Standard/Framework within the agreed timescale.

Who Can Apply?

The Trust specifically welcomes recent school leavers to this apprenticeship opportunity.

If you have not yet received your examination results, you can enter your predicted grades on your application and clearly indicate that they are predicted grades.

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English at grades 9–4.

Essential Experience

Applicants should have:

• Experience of being part of a team.
• Experience using Microsoft applications such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

Essential Skills

Communication Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and other staff.
• A flexible approach to working within a team.
• The ability to remain self-motivated in a busy or sometimes emotive environment.
• A willingness to learn and apply new knowledge in the workplace.
• A flexible approach and attitude towards work.

Analytical and Judgement Skills

• Ability to work using your own initiative.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain accuracy when handling data and reports.

Planning and Organisation

• Ability to prioritise tasks.
• Good organisational skills.
• Ability to manage responsibilities within a busy working environment.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to treating everyone with dignity and respect, taking account of individual needs.

Trust Values and Behaviours

Successful applicants must demonstrate behaviours consistent with the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust’s values and behaviours.

NHS Procurement Apprenticeship Training

The successful candidate will undertake a development programme leading towards a National Standard/Framework as part of the apprenticeship.

The apprentice will be expected to complete the relevant Apprenticeship Standard/Framework within the agreed timescales.

Certificate of Sponsorship / Skilled Worker Visa

Important for international applicants:

The original NHS advert states:

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Applicants should carefully assess whether they meet the current Skilled Worker visa requirements and whether this particular apprenticeship role is eligible for sponsorship under the applicable immigration rules.

DBS Check

This position is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

About University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has a strategy covering 2023–2030, developed with input from colleagues, patients and partners.

The Trust’s four primary goals are:

• High-quality care for all.
• Being a great place to work.
• Partnerships for impact.
• Research and education excellence.

The Trust’s stated values include:

• Compassionate
• Proud
• Inclusive
• One team

Why Consider This Apprenticeship?

This role could be suitable for someone looking to begin a career in administration while gaining experience within the NHS.

The apprenticeship offers exposure to:

• Administration
• Procurement
• Supplier management
• Data analysis
• Microsoft Excel and Word
• Reporting systems
• Contract-related queries
• Catalogue management
• NHS procurement processes
• Governance and performance
• Professional workplace communication

Important Dates

Job posted: 28 August 2026

Application deadline: 10 September 2026

Applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted through the official NHS Jobs vacancy.

Job Title: Procurement Apprentice Administrator

Employer: University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Reference: 358-8121364-COR

Closing Date: 10 September 2026

Employer Contact

Contact: Dan Bromley
Job Title: Category Manager
Email: daniel.bromley2@nhs.net
Telephone: 07484411863

Employer Details

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Leicestershire County Council
County Hall, Glenfield
Leicester
LE3 8RA
United Kingdom

Employer website: https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/

Important Applicant Note

This vacancy is an apprenticeship position with specific qualification and training requirements.

Applicants should carefully review the person specification before submitting an application.

Applicants seeking Skilled Worker sponsorship should independently confirm that the role and their circumstances meet the current UK immigration requirements.

Always check the official NHS Jobs advert before applying, as vacancy details and recruitment status may change.