Audit Officer

University Hospitals Sussex; Brighton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust is seeking a full-time Band 5 Clinical Audit Officer in Brighton. Responsibilities include conducting clinical audits and creating reports to support operational leads. Candidates should have A Level education and experience in audits. The role involves collaboration with the Senior Management team to ensure compliance and monitor audit programmes. This trust values diversity and offers a supportive work environment. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and cannot be sponsored.

Benefits

Extensive wellbeing programme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Must have experience in undertaking audits and managing data.
• Education to A Level or equivalent is required.
• Demonstrated organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical audit projects in cooperation with the operational lead.
• Develop project plans comparing current practice to best practices.
• Oversee the administration of the audit program for national bodies.

Skills

Experience in audits

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

A Level or equivalent

Tools

Clinical audit software

Data analysis tools

Job description

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Employer University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Sussex County Hospital Town Brighton Salary £31,049 - £37,796 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 04/01/2026 23:59 Interview date 19/01/2026

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values . We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research , we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

As part of our commitment to access for all, please see the different ways you can access the application form: https://apps.trac.jobs/accessibility?_ts=1

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Gastroenterology and Screening Directorate for a full time Band 5 Clinical Audit Officer. Previous experience in undertaking audits and creating reports is essential.

The role will involve supporting the Senior Management team and Clinical Leads to undertake all necessary audits within the Directorate, including audit to ensure compliance to JAG (Endoscopy) accreditation and Screening SQAS. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that the audit programme is monitored and shared at departmental level.

The post holder will also be expected to contribute to the implementation and management of the Trust and Departmental clinical audit and effectiveness programme.

The post holder will be expected to work at both Brighton and Hayward’s Heath although the post is based at RSCH.

For further information please contact Kerry Fay, Clinical Manager [e-mail] or Lisa Hudson, Operational Manager [e-mail]

Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake and ensure the completion of clinical audit projects in co-operation with the operational lead for the project.
• To develop speciality wide project plans of work which are comparing current practice with evidence-based best practice, with special attention paid to published NICE guidelines, technology appraisals, and international procedures.
• Oversee the administration of the audit programme required for national bodies such as the SQAS and Joint Advisory Group (JAG) and ensure that data for these audits is collected is accurate and submitted in line with deadlines.
• To actively encourage client/patient involvement in clinical audit, and seek opportunities to involve consumers/patients where this would give added value.
• To maintain a relationship with representatives of other departments within the Trust in order to keep abreast of any developments in national audit / governance initiatives which relate to the Speciality and ensure that these are brought to the attention of the nominated Lead.
• Supporting the Endoscopy Lead to meet the departmental Audit Strategies.
• Supporting the Clinical Managers in undertaking any necessary clinical reviews.
• Utilise outcomes data in order to improve service provision.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of wider clinical governance issues.
• To attend Speciality meetings where appropriate.
• To support Governance Lead, during the departmental Quality and Gastroenterology Governance meetings.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To undertake and ensure the completion of clinical audit projects in co-operation with the operational lead for the project.
• To develop speciality wide project plans of work which are comparing current practice with evidence-based best practice, with special attention paid to published NICE guidelines, technology appraisals, and international procedures.
• Oversee the administration of the audit programme required for national bodies such as the SQAS and Joint Advisory Group (JAG) and ensure that data for these audits is collected is accurate and submitted in line with deadlines.
• To actively encourage client/patient involvement in clinical audit, and seek opportunities to involve consumers/patients where this would give added value.
• To provide appropriate support and advice on audit design and methodology, data analysis, report writing and presentations to healthcare professionals and managers undertaking clinical audit.
• To maintain a relationship with representatives of other departments within the Trust in order to keep abreast of any developments in national audit / governance initiatives which relate to the Speciality and ensure that these are brought to the attention of the nominated Lead.
• Supporting the Endoscopy Lead to meet the departmental Audit Strategies.
• Supporting the Clinical Managers in undertaking any necessary clinical reviews.
• Utilise outcomes data in order to improve service provision.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of wider clinical governance issues.
• To attend Speciality meetings where appropriate.
• To support Governance Lead, during the departmental Quality and Gastroenterology Governance meetings.

Person specification

Shortlisting

• Educated to A Level or equivilant level of knowledge and experience
• Experience of working with complex data
• Experience in undertaking audits
• Organisational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of SQAS and JAG

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines

Important information for applicants:

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In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

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This advert has been capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, it will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this post to prevent you from missing out on applying for this opportunity.

Name Lisa Hudson or Kerry Fay Job title Operational Manager or Clinical Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 07917895357

Please contact Lisa Hudson (Operational Manager) or Kerry Fay (Clinical Nurse Manager)

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