About this role
Job summary
The position is fixed term to provide cover for a staff member on maternity leave. The fixed term contract will end on the 31 March 2027.
The post holder will fulfil an important role within a team providing internal audit services to a range of clients, principally but not exclusively NHS, undertaking a variety of financial and non financial audits. The post holder will take responsibility for the delivery of delegated internal audits and tasks in line with professional quality standards, time and resource allocations and for arranging the delivery of individual audits. This will require the ability to work with minimal supervision, however the degree of supervision will depend upon ability and experience.
Previous applicants (in the last six months) that have applied for a Senior Auditor position and been unsuccessful need not apply.
Main duties of the job
To evaluate and test existing client practices and procedures to review whether they are effectively controlled to mitigate identified risks, and to determine if there are more efficient ways of working.
To support in the delivery of an effective, high quality internal audit service by helping management improve systems of internal control, reducing the potential effects of significant risks.
To be successful the applicant should have experience of undertaking internal audits using a risk-based methodology.
About us
AuditOne is hosted by CNTW and providers internal audit services to almost all NHS organisations within the North East and Cumbria regions.
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will work with Senior Internal Audit Managers and Principal Auditors to gain acceptance of findings by client managers.
The post holder will display conformance to The AuditOne Way at all times.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 28th May 2026
Closing date : 11th June 2026
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification Essential
Working towards C.C.A.B / CMIIA qualification or equivalent experience. At least 2 years internal audit experience preferably public sector. Good standard of education to A level or equivalent
Desirable
Part qualified CCAB / CMIIA or equivalent. Experience of risk management, governance, finance/business systems, project management
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Public Sector Internal Audit Standards. Good knowledge of Internal Audit methods and techniques, inc Risk Based Audit. Good knowledge of the principles of finance and non financial NHS areas Nolan principles Risk based internal audit Microsoft products (word / excel etc)
Desirable
IDEA NHS structures, systems, processes. Risk management, corporate governance, project management, IT, counter fraud
Skills and Competencies Essential
IT Skills. Be literate and efficient in the use of a variety of computer systems and software. Analytical and evaluation skills. Negotiation, persuasive and interpersonal skills. Communication skills. Ability to write clear and factual reports. Time Management Skills. Prioritising and organising skills.
Desirable
Decision making skills Presentation skills Staff management Risk management Project management
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.
Employer details Employer name Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Address AuditOne locations
AuditOne locations
DH9 9DB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)