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SUMMARY:Preparing for Funding Assurance Reviews
DESCRIPTION:With the publication of the updated DfE working papers for 2025/26\, funding assurance expectations across the further education and skills sector continue to tighten. Providers delivering 16-19 study programmes\, Adult Skills Fund and other non-apprenticeship provision must ensure their controls\, documentation and data are fully aligned to the latest approach. \nTo help you stay ahead of these changes\, EducationScape is proud to present a focused\, one-part webinar designed to give you the clarity and confidence you need ahead of your next funding assurance review. \nDelivered in collaboration with Karl Bentley\, Director at Validera\, this practical session will focus on preparing effectively for funding assurance reviews in 2025/26. The webinar which takes place on 10th June at 10am will also examine key DSAT issues currently being identified by the DfE and what they reveal about potential funding data risks for providers. \nFunding assurance reviews are high-stakes and increasingly detailed. With new DfE working papers now in circulation\, it is essential that providers understand not only what has changed\, but how those changes translate into on-the-ground audit activity. \nThis session will take a cross-funding view\, helping organisations stress-test their readiness and strengthen their internal controls before auditors arrive. \nIn this webinar\, Karl Bentley will: \n\nWalk through the key themes within the 2025/26 DfE working papers (non-apprenticeship provision)\nExplain how sample selection\, materiality and error thresholds operate in practice\nClarify what triggers deeper or 100% reviews\nExplore common evidence gaps in learner files and ILR data\nHighlight frequent compliance risks across study programmes and adult provision\nReview key DSAT findings and what they indicate about data quality and funding risk\nShare lessons learned from recent funding assurance reviews\n\n  \nDrawing on years of front-line funding assurance experience\, Karl will provide practical insight into what auditors look for\, where providers most often fall short\, and how to build a robust internal assurance framework. \nHis insights will help you prepare thoroughly and avoid the common mistakes that lead to funding adjustments and clawback. \nA live Q&A will follow the session\, giving you the opportunity to raise specific concerns and gain clarity on areas of risk within your own organisation. \nWho should attend? \nThis webinar is essential for: \n\nSenior Leaders\nFinance Directors\nFunding and Compliance Managers\nMIS Leads\nInternal Audit and Quality Teams\nCurriculum Managers responsible for funded provision\n\n  \nIf you are responsible for protecting your organisation from funding risk and ensuring audit readiness\, this session will give you the tools and insight needed to approach 2025/26 with confidence. \nSpaces are expected to fill quickly – secure your place and ensure you are fully prepared for the year ahead. \nJoin live or watch later on demand at a time that suits you.
URL:https://educationscape.com/upcoming-event/preparing-for-funding-assurance-reviews
CATEGORIES:Audit, Funding and MIS,Funding Assurance,Online (Zoom)
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