University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Catalogue Apprentice

The closing date is 24 August 2025

Job summary

Are you a self-motivated, hardworking and enthusiastic individual looking to take their first step into an administration career in the NHS? If so, this apprenticeship post could be just what you are looking for.

An opportunity has arisen for a Catalogue Apprentice within the Procurement Team at UHB.

To qualify for the apprenticeship role the minimum criteria is: -

*You must have GCSE in English and Maths

*Have not completed an apprenticeship at the same level and sector in the past.

The role will be based at the BSOL PC offices, Regent Court Birmingham.

If you are a quick learner, proactive & can see yourself providing excellent administration support & organisation skills, this could be the apprenticeship opportunity for you.

You will be undertaking the 'Data technician L3 Apprenticeship Standard' on a 24-month fixed term contract.

Main duties of the job

The candidate will be initially providing support within the Catalogue Team with the expectations of managing and maintaining a portfolio of electronic supplier catalogues and the importation of electronic supplier catalogues from third party suppliers, for use by all member trusts of the ICS, for the procurement of goods and services via systems.

There is a requirement to be able to provide a high level of accuracy when transposing information/data from suppliers in relation to part numbers, product description and unit of measure when updating the catalogue system.

The ability to deal with a high volume of data and achieve consistent high level of accuracy using excellent organizational, time management and working on own initiative is essential to this role.

The candidate will be working in a supervised and supportive environment whilst undertaking the apprenticeship programme.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Details

Date posted

05 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14,762 to £23,874 a year

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

304-1095094

Job locations

Regent Court

Second Floor, 14, George Road

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 1NT


Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • *GCSE A-C (or 4-9) or equivalent in maths and English or Functional Skills Level 2 or above.
  • *Willingness to undertake Level 3 data technician Apprenticeship Standard within the 24 months contract.

Experience

Essential

  • *Working within a team.
  • *Experience with Microsoft Office software, especially excel and word.
  • *Accuracy and attention to detail
  • *Ability to work under supervision and confidence to seek advice when appropriate.
  • *To be able to work to deadlines.

Desirable

  • *Skills gained from previous work. experience or employment
  • *Ability to translate complex data.

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • *Good communication skills
  • *Good interpersonal skills.
  • *Customer orientated.
  • *Time Management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
  • *Results driven.
  • *Prioritisation skills.
  • *Keyboard skills.
  • *Written communication skills.
  • *Use own initiative
  • *Enthusiastic
  • *Innovative.
  • *Methodical.
  • *Numerate and literate.
  • *Self-Motivated.
  • *Analytical.
  • *Team player.
  • *Excellent communication skills.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • *GCSE A-C (or 4-9) or equivalent in maths and English or Functional Skills Level 2 or above.
  • *Willingness to undertake Level 3 data technician Apprenticeship Standard within the 24 months contract.

Experience

Essential

  • *Working within a team.
  • *Experience with Microsoft Office software, especially excel and word.
  • *Accuracy and attention to detail
  • *Ability to work under supervision and confidence to seek advice when appropriate.
  • *To be able to work to deadlines.

Desirable

  • *Skills gained from previous work. experience or employment
  • *Ability to translate complex data.

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • *Good communication skills
  • *Good interpersonal skills.
  • *Customer orientated.
  • *Time Management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
  • *Results driven.
  • *Prioritisation skills.
  • *Keyboard skills.
  • *Written communication skills.
  • *Use own initiative
  • *Enthusiastic
  • *Innovative.
  • *Methodical.
  • *Numerate and literate.
  • *Self-Motivated.
  • *Analytical.
  • *Team player.
  • *Excellent communication skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Regent Court

Second Floor, 14, George Road

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 1NT


Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Regent Court

Second Floor, 14, George Road

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 1NT


Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Hiring Manager

Navdeep Sandha

Navdeep.sandha@uhb.nhs.uk

07721514862

Details

Date posted

05 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14,762 to £23,874 a year

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

304-1095094

Job locations

Regent Court

Second Floor, 14, George Road

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 1NT


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