Local Counter Fraud Technician

NHS; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a motivated Local Counter Fraud Technician in Sherborne, UK. You will help protect NHS resources from fraud, ensuring funds for patient care are secure. Responsibilities include supporting fraud prevention initiatives and delivering training. Ideal candidates will have a strong analytical mindset, advanced Excel skills, and willingness to complete specific counter-fraud training. This permanent, full-time position offers a salary range of £27,485 to £30,162 annually, with the work being rewarding and impactful.

Qualifications

• Willingness to complete Level 4 Counter Fraud Technician training.
• Demonstrable experience using Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to analyze complex data and provide summary reports.

Responsibilities

• Support the Local Counter Fraud Specialist through various activities.
• Contribute to client organizations’ anti-fraud work-plans.
• Travel and operate across various client groups.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Discretion and professionalism

Self-motivation

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Level 4 Accredited Counter Fraud Technician training

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary

Join the fight against NHS fraud. We're looking for a motivated, detail‑driven individual to join our team as a Local Counter Fraud Technician.

In this varied and rewarding role, you'll help protect vital NHS resources from fraud, bribery and corruption, ensuring money meant for patient care stays exactly where it should.

Working closely with our Local Counter Fraud Specialist, you'll support fraud prevention work across a range of organisations, including training delivery, fraud detection exercises and building a strong anti‑fraud culture.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career, obtain relevant qualifications and gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of counter‑fraud activities.

• Analytical and naturally curious
• Discreet, professional, and uphold strict confidentiality standards
• Excellent communicator, able to deliver fraud awareness training
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently, take initiative and be proactive
• Confidently liaise with diverse stakeholders
• Once trained, demonstrate knowledge of legislation relating to fraud, bribery and corruption
• Travel independently – a full UK driver’s licence and own vehicle essential

Responsibilities

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

• Provide support functions to the Local Counter Fraud Specialist/Head of Counter Fraud through a range of activities, ensuring an integrated, comprehensive and professional counter‑fraud service.
• Contribute to agreed anti‑fraud work‑plans of client organisations, including fraud case management system data entry, stakeholder liaison, handling and recording evidence, developing an anti‑fraud culture, detection, deterrence and prevention work.
• Travel and stay away from home periodically as part of your role, operating across various client groups.
• Obtain a DBS check (standard Disclosure and Barring Service check) – the Trust will cover the cost.

Person Specification

Essential

• Successful completion or willingness to complete Level 4 Accredited Counter Fraud Technician (ACFTech) training, certified and accredited by the Counter Fraud Professional Awards Board (CFPAB) and approved by Northumbria University.
• Advanced keyboard skills and demonstrable experience of using Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to analyze complex data and provide summary reports.
• Excellent communication and negotiating skills.
• Subject to the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Desirable

• Knowledge of legislation relating to fraud, bribery and corruption.
• Knowledge of police, criminal procedures and the criminal justice system.
• Experience working within a counter‑fraud role.
• Experience working in the NHS and a good understanding of its systems and processes.
• Experience of multi‑agency working, both internal and external to the NHS.

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For an informal chat about the role, please contact Andy Knight, Head of Counter Fraud at [e-mail].

About Dorset HealthCare

At Dorset HealthCare we empower people to make the most of their lives through outstanding joined‑up healthcare services. We run 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

Our workforce of 7,000‑strong is the heart of what we do. We celebrate diversity, creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic.

Job Details

Date posted: 12 February 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 4

Salary: £27,485 to £30,162 a year p.a.

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 152‑S152.25B

Job location: Yeatman Hospital, Hospital Lane, Sherborne, DT9 3JU