Job summary
Join our Services Contracting Team
Are you highly organised, proactive and looking to develop a career in procurement and contracting? We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join our busy Services Contracting Team.
Working alongside experienced Contract Managers and procurement professionals, you will support a varied portfolio of high value projects, including significant work across our digital and IT services portfolio.
We are looking for someone with strong administrative and organisational skills who can manage multiple priorities and work confidently with a range of stakeholders.
You will support project and contract activity, coordinate meetings and diaries, maintain documentation, track actions and deadlines, and assist the team with procurement and contracting activities.
You will be proactive, have excellent attention to detail and be confident using Microsoft Office applications. Previous experience in administration, coordination, procurement, contract management or project support would be advantageous.
This is a predominantly homebased role, with attendance at County Hall in Taunton each Tuesday, additional attendance for team meetings as required, and occasional visits to other hospital sites. Hot desks are available at County Hall for those who prefer to work from an office more regularly.
If you are organised, motivated and keen to develop your career while supporting high value projects, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
20 months
Working pattern
Full-time,
Flexible working,
Home or remote working
Reference number
184-OL-PU-6021
Job locations
County Hall
The Crescent
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 4DY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.
