James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Scientist (Audiology)/Chief Audiologist

The closing date is 17 March 2026

Job summary

Are you ready to lead and innovate? We're looking for a dynamic Band 7 Healthcare Scientist (Audiology)/Chief Audiologist to take on the role of Lead Audiologist within our Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at James Paget Hospital.

This is a great opportunity to shape and deliver high-quality audiology services in a modern, patient-focused environment. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of audiology services within the CDC, ensuring exceptional care and streamlined pathways for our patients.

Why Join Us?

Low waiting times, our CDC is designed to provide fast, efficient access to diagnostic services.

A warm and welcoming team that values collaboration, learning, and shared expertise.

Forward-thinking service committed to continuous improvement and the development of new clinical pathways.

Diverse clinical caseload, including:

o Adult assessment and rehabilitation

o Paediatric audiology

o Tinnitus assessment

Opportunities to contribute to new models of care and pathway redesign

We are searching for a forward-looking and enthusiastic person. You will be expected to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team and as such have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will hold a BSc/MSc in Audiology or nationally recognised qualification in Audiology and have appropriate post-qualification experience in an NHS Audiology Service. You will be registered with the AHCS or HCPC as a Clinical Scientist or working towards registration.

Main duties of the job

Although based in the Audiology department, your role will be to ensure the day-to-day delivery of the Audiology service in the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) including the supervision of junior staff and undertaking the diagnostic assessment of patients referred on Paediatric, Adult and Tinnitus pathways. The post may also include undertaking rehabilitation on all patient groups at the main Audiology site.

You will lead and be actively engaged in the UKAS IQIPS accreditation. You will also take part in the quality assurance, audit and peer review of the audiology service.

The post is full time, but there is the opportunity to work flexible hours within a 4/5 day week or 9 day fortnight.

About us

We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.

The locality is an area of outstanding natural beauty with both the Norfolk Broads and the picturesque coastline being within easy reach. It also offers great leisure facilities and the vibrant, historic city of Norwich is only a short drive away. London is just over 90 minutes away by train from Norwich

Date posted

03 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Job share

Reference number

177-ELEC-7627853-A

Job locations

Audiology

James Paget University Hospitals NHS FT

Gorleston Gt Yarmouth

NR31 6LA

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details of the post including the main of the role, please see attached job description and person specification

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details of the post including the main of the role, please see attached job description and person specification

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

BSc in Audiology
MSc in Audiology
CAC, STP (Audiology) or equivalent HTS
CPD Portfolio
Registered with an appropriate professional body (HCPC/AHCS)

Desirable

Member of BAA/BSA
Management training

Experience and knowledge

Essential

Three years plus experience of working as Audiologist (Band 6)
Experience of working as part of an NHS Audiology Team
Knowledge and practical experience of advanced audiovestibular testing techniques
Supervision and training of other grades
Teaching and training skills
Knowledge and experience of fitting babies and young children
Knowledge and experience of Paediatric hearing testing and rehabilitation
Experience of working with more complex patients with particular Audiological and/or balance/tinnitus problems

Desirable

Experience of managing and implementing change
Experience of managing and implementing change
Contributing to clinical education of less experienced staff, students etc.

Skills, abilities and competencies

Essential

Understanding of clinical governance & knowledge of auditing procedures
Knowledge and experience of computerised patient management systems
Excellent clinical skills in Audiology practice

Desirable

Active in research and innovation
Effective leadership, management skills and team player

Behavioural qualities

Essential

Positive and calm manner
Effective and Professional
Courteous and Respectful
Ability to cope under pressure, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

BSc in Audiology
MSc in Audiology
CAC, STP (Audiology) or equivalent HTS
CPD Portfolio
Registered with an appropriate professional body (HCPC/AHCS)

Desirable

Member of BAA/BSA
Management training

Experience and knowledge

Essential

Three years plus experience of working as Audiologist (Band 6)
Experience of working as part of an NHS Audiology Team
Knowledge and practical experience of advanced audiovestibular testing techniques
Supervision and training of other grades
Teaching and training skills
Knowledge and experience of fitting babies and young children
Knowledge and experience of Paediatric hearing testing and rehabilitation
Experience of working with more complex patients with particular Audiological and/or balance/tinnitus problems

Desirable

Experience of managing and implementing change
Experience of managing and implementing change
Contributing to clinical education of less experienced staff, students etc.

Skills, abilities and competencies

Essential

Understanding of clinical governance & knowledge of auditing procedures
Knowledge and experience of computerised patient management systems
Excellent clinical skills in Audiology practice

Desirable

Active in research and innovation
Effective leadership, management skills and team player

Behavioural qualities

Essential

Positive and calm manner
Effective and Professional
Courteous and Respectful
Ability to cope under pressure, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Audiology

James Paget University Hospitals NHS FT

Gorleston Gt Yarmouth

NR31 6LA

Employer's website

https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Audiology

James Paget University Hospitals NHS FT

Gorleston Gt Yarmouth

NR31 6LA

Employer's website

https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)