Apprentice Audit and Assurance Specialist ASW Assurance

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust; Truro; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Truro is seeking an Apprentice Audit and Assurance Specialist to support its internal audit functions. This role involves assisting in the delivery of operational audit plans, maintaining compliance with professional standards, and engaging in continuous professional development. Ideal candidates should possess Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English, teamwork experience, and strong analytical skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in the healthcare audit sector while contributing to essential audit services.

Qualifications

• Attained at least Level 2 Maths and English.
• Experience in teamwork and reviewing complex data.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the delivery of the Business Plan.
• Assist in the delivery of client operational audit plans.
• Complete allocated audit work within stipulated timescales.

Skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Level 2 Maths and English

A levels or Level 3 qualification

Job description

Apprentice Audit and Assurance Specialist – ASW Assurance

Internal audit is an in‑house team with the Director of Audit and Assurance Services reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and to the Audit Committee, which is a sub‑committee of the Board of Directors. Internal audit has a wide remit, covering both financial and non‑financial systems and activities of the Trust.

ASW Assurance delivers internal audit, counter fraud and consultancy services to healthcare organisations including acute, mental health and foundation trusts, Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) and social enterprises.

Main duties of the job

Contribute to the delivery of ASW Assurance's Business Plan.

Assist the Audit Manager/Assistant Audit Manager, as appropriate, in the delivery of client operational internal audit plans.

Ensure that all audit work conforms to the expectations of the quality standards and professional expectations (e.g. duty of care, independence etc.) as stated in the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards and ASW Assurance procedures.

Ensure that all allocated audit work is completed within timescales as stated in the client operational audit plan of the client/agreed with the Audit Manager/Assistant Audit Manager, as appropriate.

Achieve personal and business related objectives and targets set as part of the annual Individual Performance Review (IPR) process and documented in the agreed personal development plan.

Ensure an understanding of the client's business activities is maintained and to keep abreast of current issues within the NHS and internal audit profession.

About us

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people – a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year.

We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.

We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.

The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non‑clinical roles.

Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.

It's established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence‑based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.

Website: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/clinical-schools/royal-cornwall-hospitals-nhs-trust-clinical-school

https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871231209037

Job responsibilities

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To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

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We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Person Specification

Qualifications & experience

• Attained at least Level 2 Maths and English (equivalent to GCSE grade 9-4 (A*-C)). GCSE Pass in English and Maths or Functional skills level 2
• A levels or a Level 3 qualification (BTEC, Diploma, T level)
• Experience of team work
• Demonstrable experience in reviewing and critically evaluating complex data and information

Previous Experience

• Experience of team work, with demonstrable experience of working collaboratively.
• Demonstrable experience in reviewing and critically evaluating complex data and information
• Strong organisational and administrative skills and experience.
• Experience of self‑management to meet deadlines
• Experience of working in an office environment.

Skills/knowledge/ability

• Good analytical skills, including the ability to review data, clarify a problem, detect trends and identify potential discrepancies and inconsistencies.
• Good report writing skills, with the ability to convey complex information accurately and to a variety of audiences
• Good verbal and written communication skills, able to act with diplomacy and sensitivity and a high level of integrity
• Demonstrable ability to use MS Office products, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to analyse and present data.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to maintain accuracy when dealing with a range of complex or non‑complex information.
• Ability to work under pressure, flexibility in prioritising, planning work and multi‑tasking to meet deadlines
• Ability to respond to complex problems and queries, whilst recognising when appropriate to refer to the Senior Audit and Assurance Manager
• Ability to think creatively, generate innovative ideas, challenge the status quo and deliver work effectively.
• Understanding the importance of objectivity and professional integrity, including compliance with the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards
• Awareness of internal controls.

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.

£27,485 to £30,162 a year70% of the bottom of Band 4 during training period