Hearing Care Assistant: Wax Removal & Screenings - Full-Time

Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission opportunities

Job summary

Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care is hiring a Hearing Care Assistant to join our patient-focused team across Lewes, Tunbridge Wells, and Haywards Heath. You’ll support private hearing services with clinical excellence and strong operational flair, helping scenarios from wax removal to routine checks within 30-minute appointments.

The role emphasizes high standards of patient care, professional communication, and collaboration with HCPC-registered professionals.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Hearing Care Assistant with HCPC registration preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide wax removal services using microsuction, irrigation, and manual techniques in 30-minute slots.
• Carry out hearing screenings and minor hearing aid repairs per best practice.
• Refer patients to HCPC-registered professionals with clear letters.
• Assist clinic prep, record keeping, infection control, and equipment use.
• Support business development and community engagement with GP surgeries and pharmacies.

Skills

Fully qualified Hearing Care Assistant

Excellent communication and Interper­­

Education

GCSEs 5/9-4 or NVQ Level 2

Job description

Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care is hiring a Hearing Care Assistant to join our patient-focused team across Lewes, Tunbridge Wells, and Haywards Heath. You’ll support private hearing services with clinical excellence and strong operational flair, helping scenarios from wax removal to routine checks within 30-minute appointments.

The role emphasizes high standards of patient care, professional communication, and collaboration with HCPC-registered professionals.