Job Description

Salary

NJC pay scale, points 29 - 32, 38,626 - 41,511

Contractual hours

36

Basis

Full Time

Job type

Support Staff - Other

Location

Gloucester

Job category

Support Role - Other

Date posted

14/04/2025

Job reference

GST-R1120



Our central Shared Services teams play a vital role in supporting the success of every school within the Greenshaw Learning Trust. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Contracts & Procurement Lead to join our Trust-wide support team and contribute to our mission of delivering excellent, inclusive education.

This role offers the opportunity to work from home, or from our regional hub in Gloucester as part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

About the role:

This role will be responsible for leading and optimising our contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, minimising risk, and maximising value, within the broader context of our procurement strategies.

Ideally, you will have experience in managing a range of contracts, demonstrating a strong understanding of both public sector and commercial contract practices. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our contract management functions and contribute significantly to the Trust's overall strategic objectives. The successful candidate will work proactively to develop and enhance our contract management practices, collaborating effectively with colleagues across the Trust to implement improvements and streamline processes. You will be a key player in ensuring that our contract management effectively supports our educational mission and strategic objectives, while rigorously managing risk and ensuring contractual obligations are met.

We are looking for someone who has:
A degree level qualification in law, business administration, procurement, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience) Significant experience in contract management, including drafting, negotiating, and administering complex contracts A proven track record of managing contract lifecycles from initiation to completion Experience in supplier relationship management Experience of working with and interpreting legal documents

Why join Greenshaw Learning Trust?

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our 'Why you should work for GLT' recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

We offer our central team staff a wide range of benefits:

Professional development and career progression Generous pension scheme Blue Light Card An Employee Assistance Programme Gym Discounts Free eye tests Cycle to work scheme Green car scheme A culture of collaboration and support across the Trust

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for applications:

11th May 2025

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.


Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Follow us on Facebook, X, and Linkedin. Further details can be found on our careers page.