Job summary
Manchester Newborn Hearing Screening Programme is one of the largest hearing screening programmes in the Northwest, completing approximately 16,500 newborn hearing screens a year. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join us as a Band 4 Supervisor.
The post holder will be based at North Manchester General Hospital. A full driving license and access to a car is essential as some cross site travel and clinic cover will be required. You will be responsible for the supervision of a team of screeners and assisting the Local Manager in the day-to-day management of the programme across all 3 sites. This role is part time, working predominantly Wednesday to Friday. You may occasionally be asked to cover alternative days and so flexibility will be required.
The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the development of the role and overall success of the Screening Programme. In return we will provide a comprehensive induction programme including service specific training if required. If not already completed, the successful candidate may be required to undertake the fully funded Level 3 Diploma for Health (Newborn Hearing Screening). This is a national qualification which non-professionally regulated staff working in some screening services complete. The Diploma involves a range of written, oral, and practical assessments and must be completed within 12 months of commencement. Self-directed study will be required.
Main duties of the job
Day to day supervision of the NHSP team at St Mary's North Manchester General Hospital including rota planning, ensuring annual leave is taken within policy guidelines, conducting appraisals and one to ones, assisting with managing staff performance and sickness absence, and ensuring staff are working to an excellent clinical standard.
Respond to routine queries from service users and other professionals.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with the MDT.
Undertake regular hearing screening to ensure the effective running of the service, visibility to staff, demonstrate role modelling and to maintain own clinical competency.
Update and maintain knowledge of hearing screening clinical protocols and procedures and relevant audiology referral pathways.
Undertake NHSP learning activities as required for own professional CPD, including reflective practice.
Take a leading role in training and assessment of new and established screeners primarily based within your team but, where necessary, across all three sites.
Monitor screening consumables levels, ensuring efficient use and collecting supplies from Moss Side Health Centre.
Support staff in the implementation of cCMV testing for babies that refer to audiology from the newborn hearing screen.
Strive for continuous personal and staff development and lead by example.
Prioritise own workload and be flexible enough to meet the demands of the service.
Attend supervisor and senior management meetings.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications - Academic/Professional
Essential
- At least NVQ level 3, 2 A-levels, or equivalent knowledge, experience, and training.
Desirable
- Supervisor or management training
- NHSP OSCE or ECA diploma
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Willing to work flexibly
- Willing to travel throughout the city/to surrounding areas
- Essential car user
Knowledge
Essential
- Significant knowledge of the newborn hearing screening programme
- Good understanding of the significance of hearing loss and the effect on childhood development
- Good understanding of the principles of confidentiality, and has worked with confidential information and relevant policies
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS systems
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Basic understanding of the GOV.UK Newborn Hearing Screening Operational Guidance
Experience/Skills
Essential
- Has worked as a newborn hearing screener for at least 12 months
- Experience of dealing with members of the public face to face
- Experience of working with people in a diverse community
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills including written, verbal and electronic
- Good IT/keyboard skills and able to use packages such as Word, Outlook, Excel, and the S4H database
Desirable
- Experience of managing a team
- Has used EpicCare (HIVE)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
- Motivated with a flexible and co-operative approach
- Work with autonomy
- Able to work collaboratively with a variety of healthcare professionals
- Able to take the lead for the implementation of service changes within the team (leadership skills)
Person Specification
Qualifications - Academic/Professional
Essential
- At least NVQ level 3, 2 A-levels, or equivalent knowledge, experience, and training.
Desirable
- Supervisor or management training
- NHSP OSCE or ECA diploma
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Willing to work flexibly
- Willing to travel throughout the city/to surrounding areas
- Essential car user
Knowledge
Essential
- Significant knowledge of the newborn hearing screening programme
- Good understanding of the significance of hearing loss and the effect on childhood development
- Good understanding of the principles of confidentiality, and has worked with confidential information and relevant policies
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS systems
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Basic understanding of the GOV.UK Newborn Hearing Screening Operational Guidance
Experience/Skills
Essential
- Has worked as a newborn hearing screener for at least 12 months
- Experience of dealing with members of the public face to face
- Experience of working with people in a diverse community
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills including written, verbal and electronic
- Good IT/keyboard skills and able to use packages such as Word, Outlook, Excel, and the S4H database
Desirable
- Experience of managing a team
- Has used EpicCare (HIVE)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
- Motivated with a flexible and co-operative approach
- Work with autonomy
- Able to work collaboratively with a variety of healthcare professionals
- Able to take the lead for the implementation of service changes within the team (leadership skills)
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.
