Paediatric Audiologist (new graduates considered - training provided)

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust; Watford; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Paediatric Audiologist to join their dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity for new graduates, with comprehensive training provided to ensure your success in paediatric audiology. You will lead children's hearing assessment clinics, manage hearing aids, and collaborate with a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality care. With a focus on professional development, you will enjoy generous benefits, including NHS discounts and a supportive work environment. If you are eager to make a difference in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Generous pension

Holiday entitlement

NHS discounts

Employee assistance

Eye care vouchers

NHS car scheme

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in audiology assessments and hearing aid fitting.
• Commitment to NHS values and UK residency required.

Responsibilities

• Lead children's hearing assessment clinics and provide hearing aid management.
• Engage in peer reviews and audits to improve service quality.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Organizational skills

Clinical data interpretation

Management experience

Leadership

Education

BSc in Audiology or equivalent

Relevant postgraduate training

HCPC registration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Paediatric Audiologist (new graduates considered - training provided)

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Job Summary: An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, well-motivated, and competent Paediatric Audiologist to join the Paediatric Audiology service at Hertfordshire Community Trust on a permanent basis. For candidates without paediatric audiology experience, we can accept applicants at a band 5 as a development role, with training provided in-house and progression to band 6 after competency is achieved (6 months+). We welcome applications from those interested in developing their career in paediatrics.

The service provides second and third tier services to children and young people within West Hertfordshire, with clinics across three sites. A full valid driving license and access to a car are essential unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

Main duties of the job:

• Lead children's hearing assessment clinics (6 months+)
• Provide hearing aid management for children of all ages
• Communicate effectively with service users and team members
• Engage in peer reviews and audits to improve service quality
• Assist the Audiology Service Lead with departmental management
• Take operational responsibilities within the department (with guidance)

About Us:

Thank you for considering joining Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust. We value diversity and aim to provide a supportive environment with many staff benefits, including professional development opportunities, a generous pension, holiday entitlement, NHS discounts, and more. We encourage early application as high interest may lead to early closure.

In Return, We Can Offer You:

• Support from a well-led department
• External training and development
• High cost allowance supplement (5%)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Additional staff benefits including NHS discounts, employee assistance, eye care vouchers, and NHS car scheme

Job Details:

Posted: 22 April 2025

Pay band: 6 (£37,338 - £44,962)

Contract: Permanent

Working patterns: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible, Job share, Compressed hours

Location: Peace Children's Centre, Watford, Hertfordshire

Job Responsibilities:

Please see attached full job description for detailed responsibilities, including conducting diagnostic assessments, supporting hearing aid services, participating in departmental reviews, and ensuring equipment maintenance and calibration.

Person Specification:

Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of child development, excellent communication, interpersonal skills, empathy, organizational skills, and clinical data interpretation. Desirable skills include management experience and leadership.

Personal Qualities: Professional appearance, good manners, adaptability, teamwork, punctuality, and knowledge sharing abilities.

Other Requirements: Commitment to NHS values, UK residency, full UK driving license, proficiency with MS Office, and numeracy skills.

Qualifications and Training: Expertise in paediatric audiology, BSc in Audiology or equivalent, HCPC registration, relevant postgraduate training, and a CPD portfolio.

Experience and Knowledge: Post-qualification experience in audiology assessments, hearing aid fitting, service development, and training experience.

Additional checks include DBS and UK registration requirements. Applications from sponsored overseas candidates are welcome.

Employer Details:

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust, Peace Children's Centre, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 3EW. Website: https://www.hct.nhs.uk