Estates procurement creates 270 employment opportunities
- Larger MATs are wanted in Sunderland, as the DfE seeks a reduction in the number of Trusts in the area. [1]
- Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust (BWCET) has launched a pioneering estates procurement initiative aimed at revolutionising the procurement of minor works contracts within the education sector.
- This initiative is a cornerstone of the Trust’s strategic estate management plan, encompassing a total investment of approximately £12 million over four years.
17 full-time equivalent (FTE) employment opportunities created
28 apprenticeship opportunities (Level 2, 3, and 4+) created or retained
890 training opportunities (Level 2, 3, and 4+) created
1360 number of people-hours of learning interventions delivered
296 people hours committed to deliver training/raise awareness of working within specific trades
152 work experience opportunities created
384 hours of career guidance and mentorship committed
74 flexible employment opportunities created
The program aims to improve supply chain efficiency, design innovation, and sustainability, focusing on decarbonisation, energy efficiency, and biodiversity
“This innovative and strategic approach not only addresses the operational challenges we have faced, but also significantly enhances the social value we bring to our community. We are excited about the positive impact this will have on our schools and the local economy. Our minor works programme and ECS is a game changer in this sector enabling MATs to be proactive in procurement, creating a forward pipeline, improving supply chain sustainability, cost savings and speed of delivery.” – Nick Hurn OBE
References:
[1] https://www.gov.uk/government/news/all-schools-to-have-high-speed-internet-by-2025
