Trainee Advanced Paediatric Audiologist/Clinical Scientist Paediatric

NHS; Coventry; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider is looking for a Clinical Scientist or Audiologist specializing in paediatrics located in Coventry. The role offers the opportunity to develop leadership skills and manage quality assurance within the audiology service. Candidates must have significant NHS experience and relevant qualifications such as BAAT or BSc in Audiology. This position provides a chance for professional growth through Master’s-level training and the prospect of advancing to Band 7 status upon successful completion of competencies.

Benefits

Access to learning and development opportunities

Join a passionate and skilled team

Qualifications

• Significant NHS experience is required.
• HCPC or RCCP registration is necessary.
• Experience in training and development of paediatric audiology.

Responsibilities

• Train and develop expertise in paediatric audiology.
• Develop leadership skills through training.
• Manage quality assurance and service development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Paediatric assessment

Quality assurance

Education

BAAT I and II or BSc Audiology Qualification

Master's-level education in paediatric audiology

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a service providing audiology care for both children and adults. The post offers the opportunity to practise across a range of audiology specialisms, with a strong focus on paediatric audiology.

The post is suitable for:

• An experienced Band 7 Clinical Scientist with a paediatric focus, or
• A Band 6 Audiologist/Clinical Scientist wishing to specialise in paediatrics through a developmental Band 6-7 role.

Where a suitable Band 7 candidate is not identified, the post may be offered as a development role, with structured support, practical training, and completion of Master's-level education in paediatric audiology, progressing to Band 7 upon successful completion of agreed competencies.

The role is ideal for candidates wishing to develop their leadership skills, with responsibilities including quality assurance, supervision, and service development.

We can support applications for STP equivalence via the Academy for Healthcare Science. Please note, this is not an STP (Scientist Training Programme) training post.

Please note that significant NHS experience is required.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Please be advised that the interviews for this post are due to take place in mid-late January 2026.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• As an audiologist with a paediatric specialism, you'll be training and developing expertise in paediatric assessment and re/habilitation.
• You'll also have the option to develop other clinical interests, including tinnitus and vestibular service.
• The role will include line management responsibilities and will offer opportunities to develop and lead on innovative projects within the team.
• As a senior clinician, the successful candidate will be supported to develop their leadership skills through further training and professional development.
• The post-holder will develop specialist knowledge and experience within clinic and through Masters-levels qualification and additional CPD activity.
• You should have BAAT I and II or BSc Audiology Qualification and significant NHS experience, with either HCPC or RCCP registration to be considered for this role.
• If you'd like to discuss this opportunity or arrange an informal visit with us, please contact Shameela Munir on 024 7696 6444.
• The interview process is in two stages - successful candidates from the first stage interview will be invited back for stage 2 interview.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation’s core values.

Details

Date posted: 19 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 218-HSS-B7-7422676-A

Job locations: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX

Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

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Knowledge

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Skills

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Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX

Employer's website: https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk