# Chief Audiologist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/chief-audiologist/d7664a6c-878f-4e20-8ce7-1e1ebef8f2f5 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/chief-audiologist/d7664a6c-878f-4e20-8ce7-1e1ebef8f2f5.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Sheffield Children's Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Audiologist - **Grade:** Band 7 - **Salary:** £49,387 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time, Part time, 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-09-15T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-07T00:02:40.444Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/South_Yorkshire/Sheffield/Sheffield_Childrens_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Audiology/Audiology-v8267002 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8267002?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Permanent | Full-time (PT considered) | Proposed interview date is Wednesday 07-Oct-2026 We're looking for a dedicated and experienced person to join us as Chief Audiologist. This is a fantastic chance to take on a leadership position within a dynamic paediatric audiology service. As Chief Audiologist, you will work at an advanced clinical level, managing complex paediatric caseloads and playing an important role in service development. You'll collaborate with the senior management team to deliver high-quality care, improve service pathways, and support workforce development initiatives. You will bring: - A recognised qualification in Audiology (BSc, Diploma in Audiology, or HND MPPM with BAAT/BAA Parts I & II or equivalent) - Registration with AHCS, HCPC, or equivalent experience - Evidence of postgraduate (M-level) study or equivalent experience - A background in paediatric audiology and complex case management - Excellent organisational and leadership skills ### Main duties of the job Reporting into the Hearing Services Manager, your responsibilities will include: - Perform the full range of advanced audiological assessments and interventions - Lead specialist clinics for complex paediatric cases - Develop areas of advanced practice within the team - Take a lead role in a defined clinical specialism - Support training and supervision of junior staff, students, and trainees - Line management - Contribute to service delivery planning, facility management, and quality improvement ### 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. #LI-Onsite ### 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. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Experience in Paediatric Audiology including experience of specialised assessments / rehabilitation e.g. BAHD, CROS aids, infant hearing aid fittings - Paediatric hearing aid fitting - Diagnostic OAE’s - Working in a multi professional / agency team **Desirable** - Line management and Managing conflict - Change management and Research - Bone Anchored Hearing Devices/implants and Cochlear Implants - ABR / Diagnostic testing - Vestibular assessment and rehab - Tinnitus counselling ### Personal Attributes **Essential** - Excellent communication skills - Team player - Time management ### Knowledge and Skills **Essential** - Relevant Trust / department policies and procedures Child protection - Knowledge and skills framework Paediatric rehabilitation - QSM / NOAH data base - Ability to facilitate communication with individuals who are deaf - Managing challenging situations - Teaching and training **Desirable** - Ear care / wax removal - Audit base / Practise Navigator - ESP/SMART - Listening Difficulties Assessment - ABR testing - Mediation ### Qualifications and Training **Essential** - BSc Audiology or Diploma in Audiology / HND MPPM with BAAT/BAA parts I and II or equivalent - Registered with AHCS/HCPC or equivalent experience - M level credits or equivalent **Desirable** - BSL stage 1 - Trainers / assessors award - Registration with professional bodies BAA /BSA ## Documents - [job description and person spec (pdf, 440.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10581601) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.