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Job overview
We are looking for a Band 6 Audiologist or Clinical Scientist (Audiology) to join the paediatric audiology service at Oxford University Hospitals as we expand and reconfigure how paediatric audiology services are delivered by the Trust. This is an ideal post for an Audiologist / Clinical Scientist who would like to further develop their paediatric audiology skills. We are delighted to have been rated “Full Assurance” in our ICB/NHS England site visit in spring 2025, and have received funding to further develop our service, including provision of a new paediatric audiology facility at the Horton Hospital in Banbury. We are looking for a forward-thinking and highly motivated individual to join us on our service development journey.
The role includes the assessment and habilitation of children of all ages including those considered non-routine. Applicants interested in maintaining their adult audiology skills are encouraged to apply as there is some flexibility around caseload. This would be an exciting time to join the service as we are expanding both our estates and workforce, including provision of a new paediatric audiology facility in Banbury.
Main duties of the job
The role includes undertaking developmentally appropriate audiological assessments in children of all ages, together with hearing aid fitting and verification. In addition, involvement with service development is expected, and the postholder will work with the paediatric audiology Team Leaders and the Head of Paediatric Audiology in delivering this. Supervision of colleagues in training will be required including more junior audiologists and those on formal training programmes (e.g. degree apprenticeships and STP). In addition, a small amount of adult audiology work will be required to support ENT clinics; further adult audiology work is also a possibility for the interested candidate.
You will be an Audiologist with BSc or PTP (or equivalent), or a Clinical Scientist (Audiology) and must be registered with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist or AHCS as an Audiologist. Evidence of further specialist training and experience in paediatric audiology in an NHS context is an advantage.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The main responsibilities have been highlighted above. Please see full job description and person specification for further details. Potential applicants are encouraged to make informal contact to discuss the role further.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of recent CPD activities
- Experience working as a band 5/6 specialist paediatric audiologist / Clinical Scientist in an NHS context
- Experience of behavioural hearing assessment in children of all ages
- Experience of supervision of junior staff and trainees
- Experience of communicating with colleagues from other disciplines including paediatrics, ENT, education, speech and language therapy
- Excellent understanding of child development
Desirable
- Research experience
- Experience of hearing aid fitting and verification in children including real ear measurements and RECD.
- Experience of clinical audit
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Audiology, PTP Healthcare Science (Audiology) or MSc in audiology with CAC / HTS, or STP in neurosciences (audiology modality)
- State registered with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist (audiology modality) or with AHCS as a Healthcare Scientist
Desirable
- MSc Audiology
- Evidence of further specialist training / qualifications in paediatric audiology
- BSL level 1
Technical skills
Essential
- Excellent manual dexterity and coordination to accurately manipulate equipment and small devices to include hearing aids and accessories and insert probe tubes accurately into ear canals
- Computer literate with experience of working with the Microsoft Office and specialist audiological software
Behavioural skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate complex information to people from a variety of educational backgrounds in emotionally challenging situations
- Ability to communicate with children and adults with hearing loss
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to show empathy
- Positive attitude and enthusiastic approach, with can-do attitude even when under pressure
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Resilient and able to multi-task and prioritise competing demands
- Aligned to the Trust values.
- Committed to own personal development
Desirable
- Able to travel to peripheral clinics
Personal knowledge and skills
Essential
- High level of knowledge / competence in paediatric audiology, including assessing the hearing of children with additional needs
- Experience of running own paediatric audiology clinic
- Able to work with minimal supervision
- Good analytical skills
- Reliable clinical judgement
Desirable
- Knowledge of Newborn Hearing Screening Programme (NHSP)
- Knowledge / skill in hearing aid fitting in children
- Ability to give formal presentations at local and national meetings / conferences
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This advert is for Specialist Paediatric Audiologist with Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Oxford, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Health science services role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 Per Annum / Pro Rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 28 Jul 2026.
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