Clinical Scientist/Audiologist - Paediatric Audiology

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking a Paediatric Audiologist to join our expanding audiology team. The role focuses on neonatal and paediatric assessments and rehabilitation within a multidisciplinary environment.

Applicants must hold NHS paediatric audiology experience, HCPC (or RCCP) registration, and a Master’s level qualification in Audiology. Immunisation reporting is required. Closing date 16 November 2026.

Qualifications

• HCPC or RCCP registration is essential.
• Experience in NHS paediatric audiology is required.
• Masters level qualification in Audiology or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform neonatal and paediatric hearing assessments and rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with Education teams, SLTs and medical staff.
• Prepare reports and liaise with families and agencies.
• May lead research or service improvement projects.

Skills

NHS paediatric audiology experience

HCPC registration

leadership capability

communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Audiology

Job description

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Clinical Scientist/Audiologist - Paediatric Audiology

The closing date is 16 November 2026

Clinical Scientist/Audiologist - Paediatric Audiology - Band 7

As part of our expansion, we are looking for an enthusiastic and well‑motivated Paediatric Audiologist to join our friendly audiology team.

This mainly clinical role will keep you busy with a range of duties and responsibilities, as well as the opportunity to work with professionals from a range of disciplines. The role is paediatric focused within a service that offers adult and paediatric audiology care.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for neonate and paediatric hearing assessment and rehabilitation for both routine and complex caseloads This role offers multidisciplinary working with a range of seasoned professionals including Education teams, Speech and Language therapists and medical consultants.

The role may include line management responsibilities and there may be opportunities to develop and lead research and innovative projects within the team. The role will also offer the opportunity to become part of a team that strives to continually improve.

The post-holder will have specialist knowledge of a wide range of procedures and practices, underpinned by practical experience and knowledge maintained through professional registration and CPD activity. You must have NHS experienceandHCPC or RCCP registration to apply for this role. For this band 7 role you must have a Masters level qualification (or equivalent) in Audiology.

If you wish to call us for further details or to arrange an informal visit, please contact: Shameela Munir on 02476 966444.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job responsibilities

Diagnostic Assessments

• The Clinical Scientist / Advanced Healthcare Science Practitioner in Audiology undertakes the full range of available Audiological tests unsupervised, including advanced diagnostic testing, in particular, frequency specific objective testing to determine thresholds in young babies.
• The development of the IMP should include a range of investigations, procedures or processes in
• consultation with families and relevant others, based on the individual child's needs and wishes and accepted good practice.
• The IMP should be monitored and progress reported, reviewing the need for further intervention as appropriate.
• Develops and delivers IMPs for families within specialist Audiology services e.g. paediatrics

Communication

• Highly developed specialist advice, which may be complex, sensitive and delivered within an emotive atmosphere, must be given to patients regarding their auditory or vestibular status and its management.

Multi-Agency Working without supervision or restriction

• The need for liaison with to other agencies or specialists must be recognised and referral, as appropriate, made. Involvement in multi-disciplinary meetings, where required, should occur. Supporting joint appointments for specialist services is required e.g. with ENT

Clinic Administration

• Clinical reports/letters to referrers, other agencies or professionals
• Arranging joint appointments with other agencies/professionals as required

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Qualifications

• oBSc in Audiology (or BAAT qualification) and MSc Equivalence e.g., significant clinical experience and a combination of Masters' level modules and higher level specialist qualification (e.g. BAA HTS) which may include qualifications in research, training or clinical practice). oor oMSc Audiology and Completed Clinical Training Programme e.g., STP, CCC, HTS. oAnd oEvidence of continuous relevant CPD oLeadership training oProfessional Registration with relevant UK body (HCPC or CCP)

Experience

• oPractical application of specialist knowledge in a clinical setting. oSignificant experience working in an NHS audiology clinic including paediatrics. oTraining and supervision experience
• oLeadership experience oPost‑graduate experience of assessing and managing paediatric patients within an NHS audiology service. oElectrophysiological testing experience

Knowledge

• oEvidence of relevant and regular CPD oGood computer skills (experience of windows‑based applications).
• oAdvanced knowledge of Excel or Word e.g., designing and utilising pivot tables, designing and formatting word templates.

Skills

• oAbility to communicate clear, accurate information adapted to the target audience (e.g., patients, carers & colleagues). oAbility to Prioritise tasks in a high pressure environment. oAbility to maintain your wellbeing. oAccountability Skills (e.g., goal setting, commitment, time management)
• oPractical application of Sharing the News skills.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

• oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

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.

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire