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About
The NHSBSA values and respects the diversity of its employees, and aims to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications irrespective of people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including an invitation to the first stage of the selection process and consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
The NHSBSA will not normally re-engage a former employee in any capacity including in a self-employed/consultancy capacity; through an agency; in a temporary or permanent post or to a supply list, for a period of 12 months after the redundancy date.
Fraud Assistant
Accepting applications until: 23-Jul-2024 23:59
Vacancy status: Open
Accepting applications until: 23-Jul-2024 23:59
Key details
Location
- Site
- Stella House
- Town
- Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Postcode
- NE15 8NY
- Major / Minor Region
- Tyne and Wear
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Salary
- Salary
- £25,147 - £27,596 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Grade
- (NHS AfC: Band 4)
Specialty
- Main area
- Fraud Assistant
Job overview
Fraud Assistant
Permanent
37.5 hours per week
If you have excellent communication, IT and analytical skills, with experience of transcribing audio and knowledge of investigative procedures, the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) has an opportunity for you.
The NHSBSA plays an important role in tackling fraud and error across the wider NHS by reducing opportunities for fraud and error and improving the way that fraud and error risks are addressed.
We are currently recruiting a Fraud Assistant to work within the NHSBSA Loss and Fraud Prevention (LFP) Team on a permanent basis.
As Fraud Assistant, you will provide an excellent standard of administrative and investigative support to the LFP Team. You will assist with delivering fraud proactive exercises and engaging with staff across the NHSBSA to capture risks and monitor controls. Good administration skills such as taking notes and producing reports is a requirement of the role. You will have experience of analysing data and making recommendations therefore you must be accurate, able to prioritise own workload and work independently within established parameters.
What we offer:
27 days leave (increasing with length of service) plus 8 bank holidays
Flexi time
Hybrid working model (working remotely at home and in the office)
Career development
Active wellbeing and inclusion networks
Excellent pension
NHS Car lease scheme
Access to a wide range of benefits and high street discounts
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As a Fraud Assistant you will be responsible for:
· managing and analysing large amounts of data, identifying, drawing sound conclusions and presenting your findings in an easily understandable way to senior managers within NHSBSA
· preparing and presenting reports, submissions, and other documents highlighting anomalies and potential fraud and error
· undertaking checks with external intelligence agencies such as Equifax to obtain information
· attending meetings to discuss findings from analysis work and provide administrative support
· engaging with internal and external stakeholders to raise awareness of fraud and assist the NHSBSA to reduce fraud, error and loss across the business
· undertaking enquiries relating to allegations of fraud
The successful candidate will hold a full driving licence and have practical experience of:
· Communicating with potentially vulnerable people.
· Using various questioning technics to extract information
· Analysing information and deciding next steps.
· Managing own workload and ability to prioritise.
· GDPR and requesting information in accordance with legislation.
The post holder will either hold an Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist (ACFS) certificate or must successfully complete the ACFS training course within 6 months of commencing post. Employment in this post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Working for our organisation
Here at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA), what we do matters.
We manage the NHS Pension scheme, process prescription payments and much more. Our services are used by NHS organisations, contractors and the public: we take pride in being part of something so meaningful, that touches millions of lives.
Just as we design our services around the needs of our customers, we place our people at the heart of our organisation. That’s why when you join us, you’ll be empowered and given the right support to help your career grow.
As one of the UK’s Best Big Companies to work for, we’re all connected to our values: Collaborative, Adventurous, Reliable and Energetic. We care about our people, our purpose, and your progress.
We strive to offer a fantastic colleague experience, where every voice is heard, and every colleague is supported and respected. Wellbeing, diversity and inclusion is at the centre of this, so when you join us, you can connect with our Lived Experience Networks who help us to bring our authentic selves to work.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and circumstances. We are committed and proud to be a flexible employer and will endeavour to offer a working pattern that suits you wherever possible, whether that be hybrid working, flexible hours, job sharing and more.
Ready to join us on our journey to be a catalyst for better health? Apply today and see where the NHSBSA can take you.
We are people connected to care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The NHSBSA is passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, which is a great place to work and truly reflects the diversity of our customers. We welcome applications from talented people of diverse characteristics including age, disability, gender identity and expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any marginalised group. We also welcome applications from all those in the Armed Forces Community.
At the NHSBSA we pride ourselves on being a Disability Confident Leader, Stonewall Top 100 employer and we’ve recently been awarded the Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion Gold Standard benchmark.
We offer an invitation to the first stage of the selection process for people with disabilities that wish to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme, and for members of the Armed Forces Community, where all of the essential criteria in the person specification are met.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Person specification
Personal Qualities, Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
- 1. IT literacy with knowledge of generic software packages (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.) and experience of using word processing and spread sheet software.
- 2. Experience of transcribing audio CDs
- 3. Demonstrate knowledge of investigative procedures with an up to date knowledge of systems and processes.
- 4. Accurate with the ability to prioritise own workload and work independently within established parameters.
- 5. Able to work independently or as part of a team.
- 6. Ability to meet deadlines.
Desirable criteria
- 1. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Packages.
- 2. Experience of transcribing interviews under caution.
- 3. Have an understanding of the practical application of all relevant legislation in relation to the investigation and prosecution of suspected fraud and corruption offences
Experience
Essential criteria
- 1. Experience of working within clerical / office environment
- 2. Practical experience of data collection, validation and analysis.
- 3. Experience of handling sensitive data.
Desirable criteria
- 1. Worked in the NHS or other large organisation
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- 1. Minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent at grade C or above including Maths and English Language, or can demonstrate equivalent work experience or further education training.
- 2. NVQ level 3 or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
Desirable criteria
- 1. Typing/ Audio transcribing qualification (AMSPAR/ RSA 3 or equivalent experience).
- 2. Hold an NHS Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist status.
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Aimee Moore
- Job title
- Senior Loss & Fraud Officer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07557459898
- Additional information
Karen Wallace
Fraud Specialist
0191 229 3659 or 07435877398
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