Job overview
The Apprentice Associate Audiologist will support the delivery of high-quality diagnostic and rehabilitative Audiology services for adults and older children within Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Working under the guidance of qualified Audiology practitioners, the post holder will undertake routine hearing assessments, assist with hearing rehabilitation programmes, maintain accurate patient records, and contribute to a patient-focused clinical environment.
Alongside practical clinical experience, the successful candidate will complete the Hearing Aid Dispenser Apprenticeship at De Montfort University, developing the knowledge, technical skills, and professional behaviours required for a career in Audiology.
The role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support patients with hearing difficulties, including elderly, frail, and vulnerable individuals. The Apprentice Associate Audiologist will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to service improvement, clinical governance, audit activities, and maintaining high standards of patient care, safety, and confidentiality.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a healthcare setting while working towards a recognised professional qualification in Audiology.
Main duties of the job
To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Dealing with the general public
Desirable
- Ability to deal with distressed or aggressive people
- Working in a healthcare environment
Further Training
Essential
- Willingness to undergo further training as required by the department
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Excellent communication, verbal and written skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to manage self effectively
- Computer literacy
- Understand the need for confidentiality and health and safety
- Friendly and approachable
Desirable
- Competent with Microsoft Office
- Deaf Awareness
- Knowledge or understanding of the role of the healthcare science audiology workforce
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- Good manual dexterity
Desirable
- Full driving license
Qualifications/Academic/Craft/Professional
Essential
- GCSEs Grade C or grade 4 in Maths, English or Level 2 equivalent
- 32 UCAS points from at least one science A level or equivalent
- Willing to complete Hearing Aid Dispenser Apprenticeship at De Montfort University.
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This advert is for Apprentice Associate Audiologist with Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Sutton In Ashfield, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Health science services role. The advertised salary is £15,600 per annum. The contract type is Apprenticeship: 30 months. The application deadline is 19 Jul 2026.
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