Lead Audiologist - Emmeline Centre for Hearing Implants

NHS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cambridge is looking for an experienced audiology lead for their hearing implant service. This part-time position involves overseeing the clinical outcomes of the audiology team and acting as deputy to the Head of Service. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in Audiology, extensive clinical experience, and strong leadership skills. This is an exceptional opportunity for those eager to make a significant impact in a top-tier medical environment.

Qualifications

• MSc in Audiology or equivalent higher-level training is essential.
• State registration and higher-level clinical training required.
• Experience in clinical leadership and line management.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Emmeline audiology team.
• Responsible for quality across the team and operational planning.
• Promote the implant service within the East of England region.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

Audiological assessment

Budget management

Education

MSc in Audiology

Tools

Audiological equipment

Job description

Overview

Cambridge University Biomedical Campus (Addenbrooke's Hospital) has an upcoming vacancy for the audiology lead of our hearing implant service in the Emmeline Centre. For the right individual this is an exciting opportunity for your next career move.

We need an able and experienced audiologist or clinical scientist to develop this service to maintain the Emmeline Centre as a flagship implant service. You will be organised and efficient and have a track record of service developments and promoting service oriented-research. You will have extensive clinical experience with good knowledge of the underpinning evidence. You will be experienced in promoting good practice within your service and beyond.

In this role, you will be responsible for the clinical outcomes of the Emmeline audiology team and for demonstrating quality and driving service efficiencies. In addition to leading the implant service audiology team, this post requires you to act as deputy for the Head of Service and hence includes significant leadership responsibility. It is expected that you will already have gained some experience in leading a team and be able to demonstrate the necessary skills and attributes. You will be an able communicator both within your team and with other disciplines and professional groups.

You will have at least a BSc or MSc in Audiology or equivalent and will already have gained experience in a clinical setting. RCCP/HPC registration is expected. HSST would be an advantage.

Main duties of the job

• To lead all aspects of the Emmeline audiology team
• The provision of a comprehensive audiological service in the Emmeline adult and paediatric implant teams covering cochlear implants, middle ear implants and bone conduction implants.
• Responsibility for all operational planning and clinical outcomes within the Emmeline Audiology team.
• Policy decision making and strategic leadership in the Emmeline audiology team.
• Responsible for quality across the Emmeline audiology team and meeting the requirements for IQIPS accreditation programme.
• Responsibility for all aspects of leadership and line management of the Emmeline audiology staff.
• To work with and deputise for the Head of Service. Service-orientated research and development.
• Promotion of the Implant service to related professions and across the East of England region.

About us

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and strive to ensure our people are truly representative of the communities we serve.

Details

Date posted: 08 October 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 8b

Salary: £64,455 to £74,896 a year p.a. pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 180-D-254190

Job locations: Addenbrookes Hospital - Division D, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• MSc in Audiology or equivalent higher level training
• State registration
• Higher level clinical training (eg STP/HTS/STP) or equivalent

Desirable

• Registered Clinical Scientist
• HSST

Experience

• Extensive previous experience in clinical audiology and expert specialism in hearing implants with specialist theoretical knowledge
• Able to work autonomously with proven clinical ability in all routine aspects of hearing implant assessment and programming
• Significant experience in clinical leadership and line management

Desirable

• Research experience
• Experience in budget management

Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of ear anatomy and physiology, hearing implants and processing strategies, and related technologies
• Understanding of research and development and keeping the team up-to-date with current developments
• Ability to supervise research projects for junior staff
• Understanding of budgetary constraints and staff management procedures

Skills

• Plan and prioritise own and the team’s administrative workload
• Supervise and take responsibility for other clinical scientists and technical staff
• Make policy decisions for future service provision and implement them
• Awareness of financial issues related to the departmental budget
• Able to act as Head of Service when necessary
• Effective communication with patients, other professionals, organisations, and within the team; able to explain highly complex information and manage sensitive situations
• Databases/spreadsheets, data input, and report writing
• Proficiency with audiological equipment and patient handling

Additional requirements

• Demonstrate Trust values of safe, kind, excellent in all interactions

Other information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and requires a DBS submission.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. Guidance on UK Visas and Immigration can be found on their website.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Addenbrookes Hospital - Division D, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ

Employer's website: cuh.nhs.uk