Lead Clinical Scientist/Head of Audiological Services

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; North East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in North East England is seeking a Head of Audiology to spearhead improvements in patient care and staff development. You will oversee clinical governance, lead the audiology department, and drive service transformation. This position is ideal for an experienced clinician passionate about high-quality healthcare and team development. The role promotes flexibility and values work-life balance.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading audiology services.
• Experience in clinical governance and healthcare transformation.
• Strong ability to develop teams and manage change.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the Audiology service staff.
• Ensure delivery of safe and effective care.
• Implement research and development activities.

Skills

Leadership in Audiology

Clinical Governance

Research and Development

Team Building

Education

Relevant Audiology Degree

Job description

Head of Audiology – Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

A Vacancy at The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Join us in Transforming Audiology services in The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Having undertaken a comprehensive service review, we are driving forward an exciting transformation in audiology services. With a focus on delivering safe, high‑quality care through strong governance, clear performance standards and innovative ways of working, the service is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care.

Working with the clinical team a new structure has been developed which encompasses all aspects of Audiology with an aim to future‑proof the service both for patients and staff. As part of our team, you will play a key role in shaping services that improve patient access and outcomes, supported by robust systems that ensure accountability and excellence. Within the structure, research and education have been prioritised along with continued service and staff development.

We are equally committed to staff wellbeing – creating a supportive, inclusive environment where professional development is encouraged and work‑life balance is valued. This is an opportunity to be a part of a forward‑thinking service that invests in its people as much as its patients.

Job details

• Interview Date: Friday 28 November 2025
• Hours: 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
• You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

We are seeking an outstanding and visionary Head of Audiology to lead our forward‑thinking service. Following a recent service review and the development of a new clinical structure, this is a unique opportunity to shape the future of audiological care across Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland. Having solid governance structures embedded, the service aims to ensure that patients receive the highest quality, evidence‑based hearing and balance services.

This position is responsible for leading and directing scientific, medical and support staff in the delivery and development of the Audiology service provided by The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a senior leader within the Surgical and Associated Services Clinical Board you will work with the Associate Director of Operations for the strategic, clinical, and financial management of the department. Working closely with senior managers, commissioners and the wider MDT you will drive innovation, promote research, service transformation and workforce development to meet the needs of our patient population.

The board and service are committed to developing and nurturing our staff, this role will have staff wellbeing as a priority with an aim to recruit, retain and develop staff across all levels.

This is an exciting time to join our service as we continue to embed changes that improve outcomes and experiences for our patients.

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:

• Freeman Hospital
• Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
• Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
• Newcastle Dental Hospital
• Newcastle Fertility Centre
• Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
• Northern Genetics Service
• Cramlington Manor Walks

These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting‑edge care (supported by state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.

We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.

For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Our Audiology department has recently launched a new clinical structure and has undergone an exciting service transformation. With a focus on establishing robust governance processes alongside modernising patient pathways and introducing innovative approaches to improve patient care, the service is committed to providing the highest quality audiology service. We are now seeking a motivated and forward‑thinking clinician to join our dynamic team and contribute to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading and directing audiology service staff in the development of the Audiology Service provided by the Trust.
• Provides professional leadership in area of expertise, including offering clinical support and advice, as needed, to Gateshead Audiology department as part of the Great North Healthcare Alliance model in conjunction with other colleagues.
• To be clinically responsible for all patients seen within the Audiology Service, ensuring the delivery of safe, clinically effective and high‑quality care with best use of budgetary and other resources.
• Acts as lead clinician for the Audiology Service, which sits within the ENT Directorate, holding accountability for the service’s compliance within ethical, professional, clinical governance and corporate governance requirements.
• To fulfil a substantial clinical role which will include performing specialist clinical procedures.
• To work in partnership with the operational management team to ensure effective delivery of clinical, financial, workforce and other resources.
• Under the direction of the Clinical Director to coordinate and implement research and development activity within the service.
• Supports the Directorate management team in developing, implementing and monitoring clinical and operational strategies in line with the Clinical Board’s agreed strategic direction.
• To interpret national policies and provide advice to the directorate management and clinical board leadership on the strategic direction of Audiology Services.
• To ensure that the Audiology Services at The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are exemplar in the UK.
• To support the Clinical Boards’ Senior Leadership Team in leading the development of service strategies and service annual plans for the Trust’s Audiology Services, within the ENT Directorate.
• To foster a positive professional culture within Audiology Services and the wider team, addressing incivility and promoting a psychologically safe environment for staff to thrive at work in line with Trust values.

This advert closes on Thursday 13 Nov 2025.