Paediatric Audiologist - maternity cover

NHS; Northampton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Paediatric Audiologist for a fixed-term maternity cover at Northampton General Hospital. The role involves providing comprehensive audiological assessments and working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have a BSc in Audiology and a passion for working with children, contributing to the department's journey towards IQIPS accreditation.

Qualifications

• BSc in Audiology or equivalent required.
• Registration with RCCP/AHCS or HCPC is necessary.
• NHS clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic services and assessments for children up to 18 years old.
• Ensure high-quality clinical services and maintain professional development.
• Supervise junior staff and manage caseloads independently.

Skills

Proficiency in age-appropriate hearing tests

Empathy and sensitivity towards children and families

Passion for paediatric audiology

Education

BSc or equivalent in Audiology

Registration or application for RCCP/AHCS or HCPC

Job description

Paediatric Audiologist - maternity cover

Are you a Paediatric Audiologist looking to work in a dedicated Paediatric service?

Fixed term contract 10 months - maternity cover

We are seeking a bright, committed, and enthusiastic individual to join the Children's Hearing Clinic Team at Northampton General Hospital Trust to cover maternity leave.

You will be part of an established team of dedicated Paediatric Audiologists and will have the opportunity to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team including Community Paediatricians and Teachers of the Deaf.

Requirements include a BSc in Audiology (or equivalent). Recent NHS paediatric Audiology experience is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

You must be registered or in the process of registering with the RCCP/AHCS or HCPC.

You should be interested in actively contributing to the department's journey towards IQIPS accreditation.

Main duties of the job

The Children's Hearing Clinic is a busy hospital-based clinic receiving referrals from various professionals across South Northants and supporting the Newborn Hearing Screening Programme. We work closely with colleagues in Paediatrics, ENT, primary care, education, and the voluntary sector.

Your role includes providing diagnostic services, performing a full range of assessments on neonates, children, and young people up to 18 years old, including those with learning disabilities and additional needs.

You will also provide aural habilitation, counselling parents/guardians, and making treatment decisions in consultation with senior staff or paediatricians.

About us

Northampton General Hospital is a large employer committed to modernisation and excellence. Our audiology services have recently collaborated with neighboring trusts and are part of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Our Values

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Courage

We aim to recruit the best, promote inclusivity, and support our diverse workforce through active networks and a supportive environment.

Job responsibilities

You should be an excellent communicator, proactive, able to work independently and as part of a team, with a good sense of humour and resilience under pressure. Experience working with children with complex needs is essential.

Your duties include ensuring high-quality clinical services, maintaining professional development, supervising junior staff, and managing caseloads independently.

You will assess patients, provide behavioural audiological assessments, manage hearing aids, and ensure comprehensive documentation and communication with families and professionals.

You will also monitor referrals, participate in departmental meetings, and contribute to departmental policies and national priorities, including IQIPS accreditation.

Supervisory duties include training and supporting trainees, students, and non-clinical staff, as well as identifying training needs and maintaining CPD.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc or equivalent in Audiology
• Registration or application for RCCP/AHCS or HCPC

Knowledge & Experience

• NHS clinical experience as a Band 5 or 6 practitioner
• Understanding of deafness in children and safeguarding
• Experience with IQIPS accreditation processes

Skills

• Proficiency in age-appropriate hearing tests
• Passion for paediatric audiology
• Empathy and sensitivity towards children and families

Other

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check due to safeguarding requirements.

County Lead for Audiology Services (UHN)

Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 per annum (pro-rata)