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Free procurement training for schools — apply now

Posted by: Communications Team, Posted on: 17 June 2026 - Categories: Training
Image with Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply logo. Text reads: Free training opportunities for school business professionals.

If you work in school or trust procurement, free training is now available to help you build confidence and improve how your organisation buys. Two programmes from the Department for Education (DfE) and the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply …

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