Paediatric Audiology: Development Path to Band 6

Nelft; Romford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Paediatric Audiologist to join our Audiology Service in a development role, appointed at Band 5 with progression to Band 6 on competency. You will work with children and young people aged 0-19, building specialist paediatric expertise and advanced diagnostic skills within a supportive NHS setting.

The post includes structured supervision, training, and involvement in service development and IQUIPS accreditation.

Qualifications

• Structured development programme to support progression from Band 5 to Band 6.
• Competency framework aligned with paediatric Audiology practice.
• Accurate clinical records and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver audiology assessments and hearing services for children and young people aged 0-19.
• Participate in a development programme to progress from Band 5 to Band 6.
• Develop specialist paediatric knowledge and advanced diagnostic competencies.
• Work towards managing an independent clinical caseload following sign-off.
• Support IQUIPS accreditation preparation and quality improvement activity.

Skills

Paediatric Audiology

Clinical assessment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Degree in Audiology or equivalent

Job description

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Paediatric Audiologist to join our Audiology Service in a development role, appointed at Band 5 with progression to Band 6 on competency. You will work with children and young people aged 0-19, building specialist paediatric expertise and advanced diagnostic skills within a supportive NHS setting.

The post includes structured supervision, training, and involvement in service development and IQUIPS accreditation.