Audiologist

Job overview

Fixed Term | 7 months | Interview Date - 29/09/26

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, Hearing Services for a audiologist.

The service offers a wide range of clinical experiences, the full range of paediatric assessment techniques, a paediatric balance service, offers a wide range of hearing aids including bone anchored hearing aids and middle ear implants.

We have a welcoming team of 20 staff comprising audiologists, clinical scientists, specialist paediatrician and admin staff. We are committed to training and development, and to upholding the full range of service standards to maintain IQIPS accreditation (accredited since 2016)

You will be encouraged to engage in service development and become aware of quality improvement tools such as audit and service evaluation, working alongside senior staff. The service works closely with colleagues in the Trust including ENT colleagues, medical staff, and also external stakeholders such as Teachers of the Deaf.

Applications would be considered from students who are due to graduate this year and would meet requirement for registration (AHCS/HCPC) , and also from applicants wishing to consider part time roles .

Applications are welcomed from HCPC/AHCS qualified audiologists/ clinical scientists who are enthusiastic about working with children, families and other professionals that support deaf children.

Main duties of the job

Reporting to the Specialist Audiologist, your responsibilities will include:

• The post holder will be supported to work independently with children aged 4.5 years and upwards in assessment and habilitation clinics.
• You will be supported to develop skills in the tester two role working alongside senior staff in clinics with preschool children from the ages of 7 months and older.
• You will be encouraged to engage in service development and become aware of quality improvement tools such as audit and service evaluation, working alongside senior staff. The service works closely with colleagues in the Trust including ENT colleagues, medical staff, and also external stakeholders such as Teachers of the Deaf.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2259 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.